LPN - Opioid Treatment Program | Sign-On Bonus

Center for Alcohol and Drug Treatment (CADT); Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO — Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) & Roth IRA

Job summary

The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment is seeking an LPN to support the Clearpath Opioid Treatment Program in Duluth, MN. The role involves administering medications, providing nursing care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and adherence to treatment plans.

Under supervision, you will implement care plans, document patient responses, and ensure compliance with OTP regulations.

Qualifications

• Must have a nursing certificate from a college or technical school.
• Must have a current License for Practical Nursing certified by the MN Board of Nursing.
• Must have training in co-occurring disorders.
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified or obtain it before direct patient contact.
• Must pass background studies issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate medical and nursing care of all patients.
• Explain procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation understanding and to alleviate apprehension.
• Refer patients to other team members when needs are beyond the scope of practical nursing.
• Order necessary medical supplies.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with instruction and approved nursing standards.
• Coordinate referrals for patients and follow up on medical referrals.
• Respond to life-threatening situations based on nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Provide health education to patients.
• Document clearly and completely services provided, patient response and any changes noted.
• Document patient history and biopsychosocial status and maintain medical records; complete required forms accurately.

Skills

Medication administration

Medical record documentation

Education

Nursing certificate

Practical Nursing license (MN)

Co-occurring disorders training

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment is seeking an LPN to support the Clearpath Opioid Treatment Program in Duluth, MN. The role involves administering medications, providing nursing care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and adherence to treatment plans.

Under supervision, you will implement care plans, document patient responses, and ensure compliance with OTP regulations.