Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - PRN

Nrg-Mgmt-LLC; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SOUTHEAST DETOX LLC in Rome, GA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for PRN coverage to support clinical operations, medication management, patient care, and nursing tasks in a fast-paced behavioral health setting.

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of collaborating with physicians, nurses, and admin staff while maintaining HIPAA compliance and accurate EHR documentation.

Qualifications

• LPN license in good standing is required.
• Minimum of 1 year nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health or outpatient settings preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with daily clinical operations.
• Coordinate patient scheduling for medical and psychiatric appointments.
• Perform and document patient vital signs.
• Collect and process urine drug screens.
• Assist with medication ordering, refills, prior authorizations, and reconciliation.
• Monitor medication inventory and communicate concerns to providers.
• Coordinate documentation and patient follow-up within the EHR.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and liaise with multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

EHR proficiency

Education

LPN license (current, in good standing)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: SOUTHEAST DETOX LLC - ROME, GA 30165

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN will play a vital role in supporting our medical providers through clinical coordination, medication management, patient care, and administrative nursing responsibilities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with daily clinical operations.
• Coordinate patient scheduling for medical and psychiatric appointments.
• Perform and document patient vital signs.
• Collect and process urine drug screens.
• Assist with medication ordering, medication refills, prior authorizations, and medication reconciliation.
• Monitor medication inventory and communicate medication-related concerns to providers.
• Assist patients with Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Short-Term Disability (STD), and other medical paperwork.
• Coordinate laboratory orders and communicate results to providers when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Collaborate with providers, nursing staff, and administrative personnel to ensure continuity of care.
• Respond to patient questions and coordinate follow-up care.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, state regulations, and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health, addiction medicine, primary care, or outpatient settings is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR).
• Ability to work independently while functioning effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with medication management and refill requests.
• Familiarity with urine drug screening protocols.
• Knowledge of controlled substance regulations.
• Experience assisting with disability and FMLA paperwork.