Detox LPN/LVN – Compassionate Care with Growth & Benefits

Amatus Health; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with Company Match

Competitive Pay

Supportive, Team-Oriented Environment

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Job summary

Amatus Health's New Hampshire Detox is seeking a compassionate LPN/LVN to join the detoxification unit in New Hampshire. As an LPN, you will perform assessments, administer meds, monitor withdrawal, document progress, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

Candidates should hold an active LPN license, CPR, and have at least 1 year of nursing experience; detox or behavioral health experience preferred. EHR experience and familiarity with ASAM/JCAHO standards are a plus.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience preferred; detox, behavioral health, or substance use disorder experience strongly preferred.
• Psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• Experience administering oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications.
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience.
• Familiarity with ASAM Criteria and Joint Commission Behavioral Health Standards preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively during medical emergencies.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments upon admission and throughout treatment.
• Monitor patients for withdrawal symptoms and changes in medical condition.
• Administer medications as prescribed by the medical team.
• Document all patient care accurately in the Electronic Health Record.
• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with patient care and clinical reporting.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Educate patients regarding medications, detoxification, and recovery.
• Reconcile and securely manage medications in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Maintain accurate controlled substance documentation.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols.
• Communicate patient status effectively during shift handoff.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to provide exceptional patient care.

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Detox/behavioral health experience

Psychiatric nursing

Oral/SC/IM medication administration

EHR experience

ASAM familiarity

Assessment & communication

Calm under emergencies

Independent with teamwork

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Amatus Health's New Hampshire Detox is seeking a compassionate LPN/LVN to join the detoxification unit in New Hampshire. As an LPN, you will perform assessments, administer meds, monitor withdrawal, document progress, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

Candidates should hold an active LPN license, CPR, and have at least 1 year of nursing experience; detox or behavioral health experience preferred. EHR experience and familiarity with ASAM/JCAHO standards are a plus.