Licensed Practical Nurse

The Recovery Village; Dacula (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

Promises Behavioral Health is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team in Decula, GA! The Registered Nurse is responsible for meeting clients' basic medical needs under the direction and supervision of the Medical Director, and contributes to planning, delivery and evaluation of client care and treatment plans.

The role includes coordinating with physicians, documenting care, education on detox and medications, and providing 24/7 coverage for emergencies.

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 or must be obtained within the state-mandated time frame.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer care

Communication

Independent

Clinical judgment

Education

LPN license

Job description

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

About Our Organization

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.

At the Washburn House addiction treatment center in Worcester, Massachusetts, we strive to provide a higher level of care. Our vision includes constantly enhancing and perfecting our techniques to provide our clients with the best therapeutic options possible. Through a close knit community of staff, residents, and family, we can build a brand new life for our clients.

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.

• 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.

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