Detox & Withdrawal LPN - Evening Shift with $2k Sign-On

Center-For-Alcohol-; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401(k) with match

Overtime pay

Tuition assistance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment in Duluth, MN, seeks an LPN to support the Detox & Withdrawal Management Unit. You will intake, monitor, and medicate patients with acute withdrawal symptoms while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to facilitate recovery.

Under supervision of RNs, you will help discharge patients to appropriate care levels and participate in ongoing nursing education and shift handoffs. Comprehensive benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Must have a nursing certificate and MN LPN license.
• CPR and First Aid certification required or obtained before patient contact.
• Training in co-occurring disorders required.
• Behavioral health experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate nursing care for all patients.
• Explain procedures to patients to gain cooperation and reduce anxiety.
• Refer patients to other team members when needed.
• Administer medications as prescribed and document dosages.
• Coordinate referrals and follow up on medical referrals.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and medication policies.
• Participate in regular nursing meetings and trainings.

Skills

CPR & First Aid certification

Co-occurring disorders training

Behavioral health experience (bonus)

Education

Nursing certificate

Licensed Practical Nurse (MN Board of Nursing)

Job description

Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment in Duluth, MN, seeks an LPN to support the Detox & Withdrawal Management Unit. You will intake, monitor, and medicate patients with acute withdrawal symptoms while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to facilitate recovery.

Under supervision of RNs, you will help discharge patients to appropriate care levels and participate in ongoing nursing education and shift handoffs. Comprehensive benefits accompany this role.