LPN: Outpatient Addiction Care Specialist

Pinnacle Treatment Centers; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Ongoing training and certification

Comprehensive benefits package

STAR LRP

Tuition scholarships through Capella

Job summary

Pinnacle Treatment Centers in Boone, NC seeks a licensed practical nurse to provide basic medical services in an outpatient addiction recovery environment. You will maintain standards of nursing practice, ensure safe medication delivery, and document patient records per state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include educating patients about medications, administering prescribed medications, conducting intake assessments, monitoring patient responses, and supporting the medical

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse licensed in North Carolina
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Knowledge of infection control, quality assurance, and patient care compliance for licensure
• CPR and BLS certification; triage in emergencies

Responsibilities

• Educate patients about medications used in treatment and their side effects.
• Administer/dispense medications in accordance with state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Conduct assessments for new intakes, quarterly reviews, annuals, AWOL, and possible impairment.
• Ensure accurate documentation of medication administration and dispensing transactions.
• Follow the treatment plan established by the physician/medical director.
• Record nursing progress notes and maintain patient medical records.
• Participate in team meetings and complete required trainings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

LPN

Patient care

Infection control

Documentation

Emergency triage

Education

NC-licensed LPN

Job description

Pinnacle Treatment Centers in Boone, NC seeks a licensed practical nurse to provide basic medical services in an outpatient addiction recovery environment. You will maintain standards of nursing practice, ensure safe medication delivery, and document patient records per state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include educating patients about medications, administering prescribed medications, conducting intake assessments, monitoring patient responses, and supporting the medical