Licensed Practical Nurse

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Harbor Light Programs in Michigan is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to monitor patients, administer medications, and provide nursing care within detox and program services. You will conduct admissions, perform hourly checks, complete medical documents, coordinate with pharmacies, and support the medical team to maintain a substance-free environment.

Requirements include an active PN or RN license and BLS; substance abuse experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current valid PN or RN license required.
• BLS certification required.
• Substance abuse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients' health and administer medications.
• Conduct pre-admission screenings and admissions/discharges.
• Perform hourly checks for detox clients.
• Maintain documentation and records of medications and medical data.
• Collaborate with the treatment team and attend staff meetings.
• Coordinate medication needs with pharmacies and manage controlled substances.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Vital signs

Clinical documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license

BLS certification

Substance abuse experience preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for monitoring patients' health, administering medications, providing nursing care, and ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients. Provide health care services to detox and program clients according to professional standards and The Salvation Army Harbor Light Programs Policies and Procedures.

• Manage all inquiries with regards to information, referral, and/or possible admission.
• Conduct pre-admission screenings of potential clients for detoxification services according to Harbor Light admission criteria.
• Conduct client admissions/discharges to detoxification and residential programs, including completion of all required medical documents.
• Perform hourly checks on detox clients to ensure safety.
• Assist with clean‑up of bodily fluids as needed.
• Complete COWS/CIWA assessments as required by detoxification protocols.
• Provide general health care of clients which includes but is not necessarily limited to: a) administering and recording medications as prescribed by attending physicians, b) perform vital sign checks and document results.
• Facilitate health education groups as required by Site Administrator.
• Take appropriate action as directed by attending physician to ensure client’s medical stability and in cases of emergency facilitate assistance per Harbor Light protocol.
• Assist Medical Director or designate in the provision of medical services.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to maintain order, discipline, and a substance‑free environment.
• Attend all required staff meetings; training sessions, seminars, and/or workshops for staff development.
• Coordinate client medication needs with pharmacies.
• Ensure proper documentation including real time and daily inventory of controlled substances.
• Maintain records, charts, logs and all other pertinent data for the medical unit daily.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Experience

• Must have and maintain a current valid Practical Nurse (PN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic life support (BLS) certification.
• Experience in substance abuse preferred.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Maintain strict client confidentiality.
• Possess working knowledge of Occupation, Safety, and Health Administration standards and Universal Precautions.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and email.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records preferred.

Certificates And Licenses

• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed.
• Must have and maintain a current valid chauffeur license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR).