LPN-Inpatient

JourneyPure Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) after 90 days

PTO

Health, Dental & Vision insurance (60‑

Job summary

JourneyPure Knoxville is seeking an Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the night shift (7p–7a) in a detox and residential treatment setting. You will deliver high‑quality nursing care, ensure medication accuracy, and maintain clinical documentation in accordance with facility policy.

Join a multidisciplinary team that includes recovery staff and on‑site medical providers to support patient safety and progress in a therapeutic environment.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in good standing in the state of practice.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• 1+ year of nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health, detox, or residential care strongly preferred.
• Experience administering medications and maintaining EMR documentation.
• Knowledge of CIWA/COWS assessments and withdrawal protocols preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments for detox and residential patients, including vitals, CIWA/COWS scoring, and withdrawal monitoring.
• Provide patient education related to medications, treatment plans, and health needs.
• Respond promptly to medical or behavioral emergencies and follow facility protocols.
• Complete accurate and timely medication passes during assigned hours.
• Administer medications, insulin, and PRNs according to orders and policy.
• Maintain detailed, accurate EMR documentation and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Work closely with Recovery Coaches to coordinate patient movement and med-pass flow.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the on-call provider and nursing leadership.
• Support the multidisciplinary team by reporting safety risks and compliance issues.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical documentation

Patient monitoring

Communication

Teamwork

Education

LPN license

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

LPN-Inpatient

Our mission is to help people become healthy and stay healthy. Our high standards attract well-known behavioral health professionals from across the country. Their commitments to ethics and patient success are backed by the highest accreditation in the industry.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for delivering high-quality, compassionate nursing care to individuals undergoing substance use and mental health treatment in a residential and detox setting. This role ensures patient safety, medication accuracy, and clinical documentation in accordance with facility policy, state regulations, and nursing best practices. The Night Shift LPN works 7p–7a, full-time, every other weekend, and collaborates closely with recovery staff, on-site medical providers, and the multidisciplinary care team to maintain a therapeutic and supportive environment.

Benefits:

• 401(k) (After 90 days of continuous employment)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, & Vision insurance (Offered after 60 days of employment)
• Compensation:

Primary Responsibilities

Patient Care & Monitoring

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments for detox and residential patients, including vitals,CIWA/COWS scoring, and withdrawal monitoring.
• Provide patient education related to medications, treatment plans, and health needs.
• Respond promptly to medical or behavioral emergencies and follow facility protocols.

Medication Management

• Complete accurate and timely medication passes during assigned hours.
• Administer medications, insulin, andPRNs according to provider orders and facility policy.
• Perform narcotic counts, verify controlled substances, and document all discrepancies per policy.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and security of all medications.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely documentation in theEMR.
• Record assessments, medication administration, interventions, and patient responses.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations, OSHA requirements, and facility standards.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and shift hand-off communication.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with Recovery Coaches to coordinate patient movement and med-pass flow.
• Communicate changes in a patient’s condition to the on-call provider and nursing leadership.
• Support the multidisciplinary team by reporting safety risks, patient concerns, and compliance issues.

Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing in the state of practice
• Current CPR/BLS certification required
• 1+ year of nursing experience preferred
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, detox, or residential care strongly preferred
• Experience administering medications and maintaining accurate EMR documentation
• Knowledge of CIWA/COWS assessments and withdrawal protocols preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

JourneyPure is an Equal Opportunity Employer