License Practical Nurse - Methadone Dispensing Nurse

Easterseals PORT Health; New Bern (NC); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Generous paid time off

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

PSLF qualifying employer

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Easterseals PORT Health is seeking an LPN in New Bern, NC to support methadone administration, nursing assessments, and COWS documentation in a compassionate, team-based setting. You will work with clinical leaders to promote recovery and overall wellness for individuals receiving mental health and substance use services.

Responsibilities include HIV screening, TB testing, blood draws, and coordination with providers to ensure safe, effective care.

Formación

• Active unrestricted LPN license to practice in North Carolina.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Valid driver's license, insurance, and transportation for work.

Responsabilidades

• Methadone administration, verification and monitoring patient response.
• Nursing assessments at admission, annual and ongoing.
• Perform and document COWS assessments and report findings to the provider.
• HIV testing, education and care coordination.
• TB skin testing and documentation with timely follow-up.
• Blood draws and supervised urine drug screens; coordinate with medical staff.

Conocimientos

LPN License

EHR Proficiency

Valid Driver's License

Educación

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

Herramientas

EHR Systems

Descripción del empleo

Lead with Purpose. Empower with Compassion

Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services three years in a row!

Position Snapshot

Location: New Bern, NC

Schedule: Monday - Friday 5am - 1pm | every other weekend 6am - 10am

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 Hour | based on experience

Type: Full-time

Make an Impact With Us

As a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success. Join a team where your compassion becomes someone's turning point.

What You'll Do

Methadone Administration - Prepare, verify and administer methadone, monitor patient response and monitor for symptoms of intoxication, withdrawal, sedation and adverse medication reactions

Nursing Assessments - Initial admission, annual and ongoing nursing assessments (Medical history, medications, vital signs, allergies, substance use history and current health concerns).

COWS Assessments - Perform and document COWS (Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale) assessments and report findings to the provider

• Supports individuals in developing strategies to improve medication adherence and overall wellness

HIV Testing - Perform HIV screenings, education and coordinate referrals/follow up care

TB Skin Test - Administer, document and follow up within the required window (Initial and annually)

Blood/Specimen Collection - Blood draws: Annual and as needed, Perform supervised urine drug screens

• Coordinates care and communicates with medical providers while educating team members on psychiatric symptoms and medication side effects

What You'll Bring

• An active unrestricted Nursing License to practice in the North Carolina (LPN)
• Proficiency with EHR systems and technically savvy
• Valid driver's license, insurance and realizable transportation for work related travel
• Prior mental health experience preferred but not required

Why join Easterseals PORT Health?

Easterseals PORT Health is a trusted and compassionate organization providing disability, mental health, and substance use services across North Carolina and Virginia. Purpose, dedication, and empathy guide the way we support our neighbors and one another.

For benefits-eligible positions, our total reqrds packack may include:

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services support
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
• Professional development and training opportunities, including AHEC where applicable

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery.

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