Addiction Nurse - LPN

BrightView; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k match

Training and certification

Full benefits package

STAR LRP

Tuition reimbursement after 1 year

Job summary

BrightView is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join its Behavioral Health team in Virginia. The role focuses on medication administration, patient assessments, and coordinating multidisciplinary care in a dynamic clinical setting.

Ideal candidates will have 1+ year nursing experience in behavioral health, an active Virginia LPN license, and comfort with EMR and MS Office. BrightView offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Virginia.
• Behavioral health experience preferred.
• Minimum 1 year nursing experience in drug/alcohol or psychiatric settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and injections per nursing practice guidelines.
• Conducts assessments and monitors vital signs for dose changes.
• Schedules appointments and coordinates with multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintains medication inventory and documents in EMR.

Skills

Empathy

Team player

Attention to detail

Adaptable

Tech proficient (EMR)

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

BSN

LPN with State Medication Administration Certification

Tools

EMR

MS Office Suite

Job description

Are you a dedicated and experienced Licensed Practical Nurse with a passion for assisting individuals on their journey towards mental health and recovery? We're seeking a proactive and compassionate LPN to join our Behavioral Health team. If you excel in a dynamic healthcare environment, possess a profound understanding of behavioral health disorders, and are committed to delivering quality care, your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of our treatment programs. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those seeking support and recovery.

• NURSING CARE/ MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION
  • Administers/dispenses medication and injections according to accepted nursing practice guidance.
  • Manages patient medication preselection and drug administration.
  • Performs initial inductions and provide medical services as needed.
• TREATMENT PLANNING AND PROGRESS MONITORING
  • Conducts assessments and monitors vital signs for dose changes.
  • Educate patients related to treatment, health, and safety policies.
• COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION
  • Schedules appointments and document no-shows in system.
  • Attend required meetings, including on-site staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings.
  • Signs and processes physician orders and enter notes in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and input flags.
• DOCUMENTATION AND COMPLIANCE
  • Accurately maintains, monitors, and reconciles medication inventory.
  • Follow adherence to all necessary regulatory and company compliance requirements (HIPAA).
  • Completes documentation using the designated EMR.

Knowledge Skills, And Abilities

• Highly empathetic and compassionate to effectively support the recovery journey of BrightView’s patients
• Competent at working with a diverse population of colleagues and patients
• Team-player, able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Adaptable and agile within a dynamic work environment
• Technologically capable, comfortable operating in multiple systems for communication and documentation purposes including EMR and MS Office Suite
• Embraces BrightView’s culture of compliance - operates with a high degree of integrity and compliance to work standards and regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with HIPAA 42-CFR Part 2 desired
• Prior experience with harm reduction a plus

Experience

• Required minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, preferably in drug/alcohol or psychiatric setting.
• Preferred 2+ years of nursing experience, preferably in drug/alcohol or psychiatric setting.

Education

• Required Associates Degree in Nursing, (NDA), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with State Medication Administration Certification

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• REQUIRED State Licensed Practical Nursing License.

Brightview Health Benefits And Perks

• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Immediately vested and eligible in 401k program with employer match.
• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year in related field

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment dedicated to your professional growth and development.

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