Licensed Practical Nurse

Advanced Recovery Systems, LLC; Dacula (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Promises Behavioral Health in Dacula, GA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to support detox and medical care under the Medical Director’s supervision. You will help plan, deliver, and evaluate client care in a fast-paced behavioral health setting.

Requires at least 3 years of nursing experience and an active LPN license in Georgia, with CPR/First Aid certification. Two years in substance abuse/recovery is preferred; the role may involve 24-hour coverage and collaboration with physicians and

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience.
• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by state of employment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent customer care skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• At least 2 years' experience in substance abuse/recovery program preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification is required; if not, certification must be obtained within mandated time frame.

Responsibilities

• Meets with new clients and assists in completing medical and health assessments/questionnaires.
• Coordinates with attending physicians to ensure admission orders are addressed and services are provided.
• Completes treatment plan documentation including nursing assessments and medication administration.
• Directs patient care and reports changes in mental/physical condition and safety risks.
• Provides ongoing patient education on detox, recovery, medications and health issues.
• Reconciles client medication sheets and daily pharmacy orders; oversees medication destruction.
• Assists with QA program development and staff training for infection control, nursing and labs.
• Attends treatment planning conferences and professional staff meetings.
• Available for 24 hour coverage for consultation and emergencies.

Skills

Nursing experience

CPR/First Aid

Independent work

Customer care

Communication skills

Substance abuse experience

Job description

Promises Behavioral Health is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team in Dacula, GA!

This position supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family. Advanced Recovery Systems is the parent organization of Promises Behavioral Health, The Right Step, and The Ranch, bringing together established treatment brands with a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based addiction and mental health care.

While you may work primarily with a specific facility or brand, you will be part of a larger, growing organization focused on improving patient outcomes, supporting our employees and strengthening the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for meeting clients' basic medical needs under the direction and supervision of the Medical Director. Contributes toward the planning, delivery and evaluation of client care and treatment plan.

Job Responsibilities

• Meets with new clients and assists in completing the medical and health assessment/questionnaire
• Coordinates with attending physicians to ensure all admission orders are addressed and appropriate ancillary assessments and services are provided
• Completes client treatment plan documentation including nursing assessments, transcription of MD and NP phone orders, medication administration, client progress, inclusion of physical health services and other related issues
• Directs patient care and reports observed changes in mental status and/or physical condition, response to emergencies and safety risks
• Provides ongoing patient education on all aspects of detox, recovery, medications and other health issues
• Reconciles QA client medication sheets to ensure clients are receiving appropriate meds and oversees proper medication destruction
• Reconciles pharmacy orders daily
• Assists with development and implementation of quality assurance program and trains staff for infection control, nursing, pharmaceutical, ancillary and laboratory services
• Attends treatment planning conferences and professional staff meetings
• Available for 24 hour coverage for consultation and emergencies

Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience
• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse Nurse license issued by state of employment
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent customer care skills
• Excellent communication skills
• At least 2 years' experience in substance abuse/recovery program preferred
• CPR/First Aid Certification is required for this position. If not CPR/First Aid certified at time of hire, certification must be obtained within the state mandated time frame after first day of employment

Benefits

Enjoy a range of benefits, including a 401(k) plan, paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, and so much more!