Licensed Practical Nurse - Per-diem, First shift

ADP, Inc.; Lebanon (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for per-diem, first shift at Lebanon Pines in Lebanon, CT.

You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse within a multidisciplinary team to support clients through withdrawal and recovery. Responsibilities include nursing assessments, admissions, care plan development, MAT administration, education for clients and families, and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut LPN license required.
• CPR certification required.
• One year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial nursing assessments and document ongoing assessments reflecting each client’s response to treatment and progress.
• Complete admissions of clients, including nursing intake documentation.
• Develop, implement, record, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans based on the specific needs of each client during the withdrawal management process.
• Participate in and support the nursing care of clients, providing direct physical care measures as needed throughout all shifts.
• Act as a primary nurse for individual clients, coordinating their care and monitoring their comfort and safety during the active withdrawal phase.
• Execute the medical regimen of care as prescribed by the physician, including Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) protocols.
• Educate clients and families toward an understanding of the detoxification process, health and illness, and plans for post-discharge care and continued recovery.
• Respond promptly and effectively to medical and psychiatric emergency needs of clients.
• Collaborate with counseling, case management, and peer support staff to ensure a coordinated, whole-person approach to care.
• Participate in the orientation of new employees and the transfer of knowledge essential to the performance of duties.

Skills

Nursing

Assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Connecticut LPN license

Job description

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Licensed Practical Nurse - Per-diem, First shift

Lebanon, CT, US

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Lebanon Pines

Lebanon, CT |Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD)

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) is an award-winning, nationally and locally recognized leader in substance use disorder and behavioral health treatment in southeastern Connecticut. We are proud recipients of the Top Workplace award, honors from the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce, and recognition as a Top Tierorganization and a Recovery Friendly Workplace.

This is a per-diem position. First Shift coverage needed!

Services include:

• Individualized assessment and treatment during the active withdrawal phase
• Comprehensive screening, evaluation, and referral services
• Individual and group therapy
• Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
• Primary Care

What You'll Do:

As an LPN at Lebanon Pines, you will be working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in close collaboration with our medical and multidisciplinary team, you will be a critical presence in ensuring each client’s safety, comfort, and dignity throughout the rehabilitation process.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform initial nursing assessments and document ongoing assessments reflecting each client’s response to treatment and progress
• Complete admissions of clients, including nursing intake documentation
• Develop, implement, record, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans based on the specific needs of each client during the withdrawal management process
• Participate in and support the nursing care of clients, providing direct physical care measures as needed throughout all shifts
• Act as a primary nurse for individual clients, coordinating their care and monitoring their comfort and safety during the active withdrawal phase
• Execute the medical regimen of care as prescribed by the physician, including Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) protocols
• Educate clients and families toward an understanding of the detoxification process, health and illness, and plans for post-discharge care and continued recovery
• Respond promptly and effectively to medical and psychiatric emergency needs of clients
• Collaborate with counseling, case management, and peer support staff to ensure a coordinated, whole-person approach to care
• Participate in the orientation of new employees and the transfer of knowledge essential to the performance of duties

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Sick accruals
• Meaningful clinical work making a lasting difference in the lives of individuals in recovery

What You'll Need:

• Current State of Connecticut Department of Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required
• CPR Certification required
• One year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
• Commitment to trauma-informed care, person-centered practice, and SCADD's values of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced, around-the-clock care environment

Why SCADD?

Since 1966, SCADD has remained at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment, continuously evolving to meet the needs of individuals, families, and communities across southeastern Connecticut. We believe in second chances and the power of recovery - and our nursing team at William M. Walsh Recovery Center is often the first caring presence a person encounters on their journey.

If you're ready to bring your clinical skills to work that truly changes lives, we want to hear from you.

SCADD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. A pre-employment drug screen, conducted by a qualified lab, is required in accordance with Connecticut law.