LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN / Per Diem)

Pyramid Healthcare Inc; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare Inc. seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for PRN/per diem shifts at the Dallas inpatient center serving Luzerne County area.

The role involves direct nursing care, medication administration, withdrawal management support, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Requirements include an active LPN license in the state, CPR/BLS/AED and First Aid, and favorable background in behavioral health.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered LPN license in state of practice required.
• Current CPR/BLS, AED and First Aid required.
• One year of experience in a behavioral health treatment setting preferred.
• Background in Substance Use Treatment and Co-occurring Disorders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing services and clinical support to clients per physician orders and nursing standards.
• Perform nursing assessments, screenings, observations, and related documentation.
• Administer medications and monitor response and side effects.
• Implement withdrawal management protocols and assess with tools like COWS and CIWA.
• Provide medication and health education to clients and families.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other providers.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Nursing skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license

CPR/BLS/AED/First Aid

Job description

LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN / Per Diem)

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:

Our Dallas inpatient rehab center offers detox and residential programs tailored for adult men and women in or near Luzerne County. We honor each individual's autonomy in defining their recovery, supporting a multiple-pathways-to-recovery approach, including both medication-assisted and abstinence-based treatments.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays an essential role in the delivery of treatment services at Pyramid Healthcare. This position is responsible for providing direct nursing services, medication administration, client monitoring, withdrawal management support, client education, and clinical support services in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards of practice, accreditation standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.

The LPN collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and interdisciplinary treatment team members to promote client safety, continuity of care, positive treatment outcomes, and quality service delivery.

Pay: $30 - $34/hr

Shift Options: 7:00am - 7:00pm or 7:00pm - 7:00am

1st Shift: Saturday and Sunday $1.50

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

3rd Shift Differentials: (Monday - Friday) $2.00, Saturday and Sunday $3.00

Top Reasons why a Nursing position with Pyramid Healthcare - Dallas Inpatient is unique:

• Our Nurses do not have to assist with ADLs: All clients are independent for Bathing, feeding, grooming, personal hygiene, etc.
• Our Nurses are not responsible for blood draws (we contract with a national lab who does them)
• There are minimal physical requirements for our Nursing positions: No heavy lifting, No long periods of standing/walking, etc. No paper MAR's - we have active eMAR

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing services and clinical support to clients in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards, and organizational policies.
• Complete nursing assessments, screenings, observations, and related documentation as assigned, including admission-related nursing activities.
• Administer medications and monitor client response to treatment, medication effectiveness, and potential side effects.
• Implement and monitor withdrawal management protocols, including completion of COWS, CIWA, and other clinical assessment tools as applicable.
• Provide medication education, health education, and nursing support to clients and families as appropriate.
• Coordinate and support physicians, nurse practitioners, and other medical providers during assessments, medication management appointments, and treatment planning activities.
• Monitor client health status and communicate significant clinical findings, concerns, and changes in condition to appropriate treatment team members.
• Maintain medical equipment, medication storage areas, and clinical supplies in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team members to support continuity of care and treatment planning.
• Collaborate with treatment team members to support client care, communication, and continuity of services.
• Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality with regard to all company information.
• Completion of all required trainings as designated by the company and accreditation/licensing entities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Licensure, Education, & Experience

• Current unencumbered LPN license in state of practice required.
• Current CPR/BLS, AED and First Aid required.
• One year of experience in a behavioral health treatment setting preferred.
• Background in Substance Use Treatment and Co-occurring Disorders preferred.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Sound clinical judgment and strong nursing skills.
• Knowledge of medication administration, withdrawal management protocols, nursing standards of practice, and clinical documentation requirements.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and apply clinical information to support decision-making and client care.
• Ability to identify, assess, and appropriately respond to medical concerns, emergencies, and crisis situations.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, licensing, accreditation, and compliance requirements applicable to healthcare and behavioral health services.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle objects, equipment, and medical supplies, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb stairs, stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and seldom lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

This position operates in behavioral health, healthcare, residential treatment, outpatient treatment, and community-based healthcare environments. Employees may interact with individuals experiencing substance use disorders, mental health conditions, withdrawal symptoms, medical concerns, and crisis situations. Employees may encounter exposure to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, communicable illnesses, medications, and emotionally sensitive or traumatic situations. Local travel may be required based on operational needs.

Compensation

This position may be subject to state or local wage transparency requirements. Where required by law, a compensation range will be provided. For candidates applying in jurisdictions with such requirements, the applicable range will be disclosed either in this posting or during the interview process. Please note that compensation may vary depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. To inquire about the salary range for your specific location, please contact our recruitment team.

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.

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