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Licensed Practical Nurse: Pathways OTP Putnam- Per Diem- 6463
Community Health Resources
Putnam (CT)
On-site
USD 60,000 - 80,000
Part time
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Job summary
Community Health Resources is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Pathways Opiate Treatment Program in Putnam, CT. This per diem role focuses on providing quality patient care, including administering medication, conducting assessments, and supporting individuals on their recovery journey within a mission-driven organization. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a commitment to wellness in a supportive team environment.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Current RN or LPN license in the State of Connecticut required.
- Certification in CPR is necessary.
- No previous experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Perform initial nursing assessments and document ongoing assessments.
- Develop and implement nursing care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Provide clients with daily methadone doses as prescribed.
Skills
Education
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JOB TITLE: Licensed Practical Nurse
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Per diem, Varies
SCHEDULED HOURS: 5:30AM-1:30PM, weekends and holidays are needed (*must work 1 weekend a month)
PROGRAM/LOCATION: Pathways OTP, Putnam, CT
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Pathways Opiate Treatment Program
Pathways is an accredited Opiate Treatment Program specializing in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), exclusively using methadone. Our comprehensive approach includes:
- Individual and group therapy
- Psycho-educational groups
- Individualized treatment planning
- Recovery coaching and harm reduction services
- Ongoing assessments and referrals
Make a difference every shift—join a supportive, mission-driven team helping individuals on their recovery journey. Enjoy early hours, no nights, and the flexibility of per diem work at one of CT’s Top Workplaces!
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Meaningful work that has an impact.
- Competitive benefits package
- Supportive, collaborative, and fun team culture
- Broaden your clinical experience
- Early shifts — no nights!
- Perform initial nursing assessments and document ongoing assessments of patients’ response to treatment.
- Develop, implement and evaluate nursing care plans according to age specific needs of patients. Record progress in a timely manner.
- Responsible for accurate input of computer data.
- Execute the medical and medication regimen of care as prescribed by the physician.
- Provides clients with daily methadone doses and prescribed take-home doses.
- Monitor urine toxicology screens and breathalyzers.
- Administer PPD tests.
- Educate the patient/family toward an understanding of healthy living.
- Respond to medical/psychiatric emergency needs of patients, following CHR policies and procedures.
- Adhere to the standards for Medication Assisted Treatment as maintained by DPH, DMHAS, Joint Commision, D.E.A., and the U.S. Federal Government.
- Monitoring of methadone stock and ordering as described in CHR policies and all regulatory bodies.
- Restocking methadone supply upon delivery.
- Communicate with counselors and Medical Doctor regarding patient status and progress.
- Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
- Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
- Additional duties as required.
Education: Degree/Certification in nursing or in a related health care field preferred.
Experience: none required
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current RN or LPN license in the State of Connecticut required, Certification in CPR, and must have a valid driver’s license.
Why Join CHR?
Award-Winning Workplace:
- Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 10 consecutive years!
- Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
- Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
- Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
- Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
- Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
- FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
- Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
- Annual wellness stipend.
- FREE 24/7 confidential counseling sessions and a FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
- Fun activities like virtual bring-your-pet-to-work lunches, weekly yoga, coloring contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
- Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
- Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
- Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
COMPENSATION*:
$30/hour
- Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
- Seniority levelEntry level
- Employment typePart-time
- Job functionHealth Care Provider
- IndustriesMental Health Care
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