Compassionate LPN — Substance Abuse Care (PRN)

Spring Grove Recovery; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Grove Recovery in Colorado Springs is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our residential treatment team. This PRN position supports patients in a substance use disorder program and requires a committed, patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, taking vital signs, ordering labs, reviewing results with physicians, dispensing medications, and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• AA or higher in Nursing required.
• Active LPN license in the state.
• 2+ years of psychiatric nursing preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients and ensure safety per program protocols.
• Take vital signs and assess acuity; communicate changes.
• Place orders to labs and pharmacies; review results with physicians.
• Dispense medications and respond to emergencies.
• Supervise and participate in patient care activities.

Skills

LPN license

Psychiatric nursing

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Team collaboration

Education

AA or higher in Nursing

Active state LPN license

2+ years of psychiatric nursing experience

Chemical dependency treatment experience

Job description

Spring Grove Recovery in Colorado Springs is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our residential treatment team. This PRN position supports patients in a substance use disorder program and requires a committed, patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, taking vital signs, ordering labs, reviewing results with physicians, dispensing medications, and responding to emergencies.