Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Inpatient Substance Use Disorders Facility

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Waverly Township (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking an LPN to contribute to patient assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in a clinical setting. The role emphasizes safety, patient satisfaction, and compassionate care, addressing physical, psychological, cultural, and spiritual needs.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, administering treatments and medications, and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team; mentorship for new staff and students is also included.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a specialty nursing training program is required.
• Current LPN licensure is required.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and administer treatments and medications.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to plan and evaluate care.
• Educate patients and families and support discharge planning.
• Evaluate patient responses and adjust care plans as needed.
• Mentor new staff and students to support professional growth.
• Promote safe, compassionate care and patient safety.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Clinical skills

Education

LPN training program

Job description

Role Overview: This position involves contributing to patient assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care in a clinical setting. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) promotes patient safety, satisfaction, and compassionate care by addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care, administering treatments and medications, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.

Key Duties:

• Gather and contribute data for assessments within scope of practice and standards.
• Educate patients and families, supporting discharge planning and ongoing care.
• Execute treatments, medications, and diagnostic procedures as per policy.
• Evaluate patient responses and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to meet patient needs and participate in evidence-based practice decisions.
• Mentor new staff and students, supporting professional growth.

Qualifications & Skills: Graduation from a specialty nursing training program is required. The role demands strong communication, teamwork, and clinical skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility to work evening, night, and holiday shifts is needed.

Additional Information: The position offers opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and community involvement. The work environment emphasizes safety, diversity, and collaboration, with support from leadership and access to various benefits such as healthcare, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs.