LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse (Full Time)

Pyramid Healthcare; Dallas (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Programs

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare in Dallas, PA, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct nursing services to adults in detox and behavioral health treatment settings.

The role emphasizes administering medications, completing initial assessments, and supporting medical providers while maintaining patient confidentiality. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Pay ranges $30-$34/hr with shift from 7:00pm to 7:00am and weekend rotation; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in Pennsylvania.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques.
• Awareness and understanding of regulating bodies (CARF, Office of Mental Health, DDAP, RTFA).

Responsibilities

• Maintain a 1:10 ratio for detox clients.
• Complete initial Nursing Assessments with new admissions, as applicable.
• Administer medications to clients.
• Apply knowledge and delivery of detox protocols.
• Perform COWS and CIWA scales with appropriate clients per protocol.
• Provide medication education to clients.
• Coordinate and support Medical providers with assessments and medication management appointments.
• Maintain medical equipment in proper working order; maintain confidentiality and proper boundaries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medication administration

Nursing assessments

Detox protocols

Education

LPN license

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life's challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services - psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. - that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays an essential role in the delivery of treatment at Pyramid Healthcare. The primary function of this role is providing direct nursing services to clients in adult substance-use disorder and/or mental health treatment.

Address

100 Upper Demunds Rd, Dallas, PA 18612

Pay

$30 - $34/hr

Shift

7:00pm - 7:00am - working every other weekend

Shift Differential Information

7:00am - 3:00pm - 1st Shift differentials: Saturday and Sunday $1.50

3:00pm - 11:00pm - 2nd Shift differentials: (Monday - Friday) $1.00, Saturday and Sunday $2.00

11:00pm - 7:00am - 3rd Shift Differentials: (Monday - Friday) $2.00, Saturday and Sunday $3.00

Responsibilities

Maintain a 1:10 ratio for detox clients. Complete initial Nursing Assessments with new admissions, as applicable. Administer medications to clients. Apply knowledge and delivery of detox protocols. Perform COWS and CIWA scales with appropriate clients per protocol. Provide medication education to clients. Coordinate and support Medical providers with assessments and medication management appointments. Maintain medical equipment in proper working order; maintain confidentiality and proper boundaries. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in Pennsylvania.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques.
• Awareness and understanding of regulating bodies (CARF, Office of Mental Health, DDAP, RTFA).

Pyramid CORE Values

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards For Full-Time Positions

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.