Detox Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association in Portland, OR is seeking a compassionate LPN or RN to join our Withdrawal Management unit, focused on recovery-oriented care. You will provide trauma-informed nursing care during detoxification, assess patients, monitor status, administer meds, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and education for patients and families.

This on-site role emphasizes safety, meticulous documentation, and adherence to regulatory standards

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
• Experience in detoxification, addiction treatment, or mental health care preferred
• Strong assessment and crisis intervention skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and safety protocols

Responsibilities

• Providing trauma-informed, evidence-based nursing care to patients undergoing detoxification
• Assessing patients, monitoring their condition, and administering medications as needed
• Responding effectively to crises and ensuring patient safety
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support patient recovery
• Supporting patient and family education on treatment processes
• Maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to safety and regulatory standards

Skills

LPN or RN licensure

Detoxification experience

Assessment and crisis intervention

Communication and teamwork

Trauma-informed care

Job description

We are seeking a LPN or RN to join our Withdrawal Management unit in a compassionate, recovery-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Providing trauma-informed, evidence-based nursing care to patients undergoing detoxification
• Assessing patients, monitoring their condition, and administering medications as needed
• Responding effectively to crises and ensuring patient safety
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support patient recovery
• Supporting patient and family education on treatment processes
• Maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to safety and regulatory standards

Qualifications And Skills

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
• Experience in detoxification, addiction treatment, or mental health care preferred
• Strong assessment and crisis intervention skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and safety protocols