Detox Nurse I — Day & Night Shifts

BestCare Treatment Services Inc; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BestCare Treatment Services Inc in Oregon seeks an LPN for the Detox program, joining a multidisciplinary team to provide medical detoxification and stabilization services. Responsibilities include medication management, vitals, and care coordination with primary care providers for mental health clients.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care and adherence to state nursing standards to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Practical Nurse degree and valid LPN license.
• Experience with mental illness and/or substance use disorders.
• Must have maintained continuous sobriety for the previous two years.
• Current and unrestricted Oregon LPN license; BLS and First Aid/AED certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality detox patient care.
• Take vital signs (BP, temperature, CWAA scores) and monitor patient status.
• Identify care needs by building rapport with patients and care teams.
• Create a compassionate environment for patients, families, and friends.
• Administer injections and vaccines as prescribed by Medical Director.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
• Maintain quality of care by following standards and regulations.
• Resolve patient issues using multidisciplinary strategies.
• Maintain a safe, clean clinical environment.
• Follow infection-control, med storage, and controlled substances procedures.
• Document patient progress in the EHR system.
• Participate in daily staff meetings and treatment planning.
• Lead or participate in medication administration and medical services.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

LPN license (Oregon)

BLS + First Aid/AED

Tools

EHR system

Job description

BestCare Treatment Services Inc in Oregon seeks an LPN for the Detox program, joining a multidisciplinary team to provide medical detoxification and stabilization services. Responsibilities include medication management, vitals, and care coordination with primary care providers for mental health clients.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care and adherence to state nursing standards to achieve optimal outcomes.