LPN

Discoverynj; Marlboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Retirement savings options

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Discoverynj is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in Marlboro Township, New Jersey. You will provide healthcare services within a substance abuse treatment facility, focusing on direct patient care and collaborating with the treatment team.

The ideal candidate will have active state licensure as an LPN and a desire to work in substance abuse treatment. Benefits include comprehensive health and wellness coverage, retirement savings options, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Active state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Experience or strong interest in working in substance abuse treatment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments following prescribed protocols.
• Monitor patients' progress, vital signs, and responses to treatment.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop individualized care plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational abilities

Empathetic approach

Education

Active state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in providing healthcare services within a substance abuse treatment facility. The LPN will play a crucial role in delivering direct patient care, working collaboratively with the treatment team, and ensuring the well‑being of individuals undergoing substance abuse treatment.

Qualifications

• Active state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Experience or strong interest in working in substance abuse treatment
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational abilities
• Empathetic and non‑judgmental approach towards patients

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments following prescribed protocols in a substance abuse treatment setting
• Monitor patients' progress, vital signs, and responses to treatment
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with facility policies
• Educate patients on substance abuse disorders, treatment options, and wellness strategies

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings options
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Professional development opportunities and career advancement prospects in substance abuse treatment