LPN (Pickup/PRN)

Community Bridges, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks PTO

Benefits package

Job summary

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct clinical care at the Sobering and Deflection Center.

Under Medical Director supervision, the LPN will perform medical screening, clinical observation, CLIA‑waived testing, and administer approved comfort medications to ensure safety and stabilization. The LPN will support diversion from emergency departments and the criminal justice system, delivering care grounded in trauma-informed practice and

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted LPN license in Oregon.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Eligibility to perform CLIA-waived testing under organizational CLIA certificate.
• Demonstrated knowledge of substance use intoxication and withdrawal.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive care.
• Preferred: Sobering/detox centers, Emergency/urgent care, Behavioral health, community health settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care in the Sobering and Deflection Center.
• Perform medical screening, clinical observation, CLIA-waived testing, and administration of approved comfort medications.
• Support diversion from emergency departments and the criminal justice system by delivering trauma-informed, person-centered care.

Skills

LPN license Oregon

CPR/BLS certification

CLIA-waived testing

Trauma-informed care

Culturally responsive care

Sobering/detox experience

Job description

Pool - Licensed Practical Nurse

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare organization offering a full continuum of care, including variety of programs throughout Arizona, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Oregon and District of Columbia. Founded in 1982 as a non-profit organization by members of the recovery community in Mesa, Arizona, Community Bridges Inc. has held as its principal mission “maintaining the dignity of human life” for more than 40 years.

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct clinical care in the Sobering and Deflection Center, serving individuals experiencing acute intoxication, substance-related impairment, or behavioral health crises. Under the supervision the Medical Director, the LPN performs medical screening, clinical observation, CLIA-waived testing, and administration of approved comfort medications to ensure participant safety and stabilization.

The LPN supports diversion from emergency departments and the criminal justice system by delivering care grounded in trauma-informed practice and person-centered service delivery, consistent with OHA Sobering and Deflection Center program standards.

Skills/Requirements:

• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Oregon.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Eligibility to perform CLIA-waived testing under organizational CLIA certificate
• Demonstrated knowledge of:
• Substance use intoxication and withdrawal
• Trauma-informed and culturally responsive care
• Preferred: Experience in: Sobering or detoxification centers,Emergency or urgent care,Behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment,Community or correctional health settings
• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Oregon
• Valid identification required.

CBI is growing and expanding our services!

• We are experiencing tremendous growth currently. As an essential service provider, we value all our employees and their careers.
• For the past four years, The Phoenix Business Journal has recognized CBI as one of the top ten healthiest mid-size employers in the Valley!

CBI Values your Career and has lots of growth opportunities!

Our staff experience tremendous professional growth through ongoing training and support. Our team is supported by strong and competent leadership. The leadership at CBI is committed to ongoing professional development for their staff. Come join our team of passionate individuals who are serious about making a difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve.

About our Culture, commitment to employees!

• We are looking for driven and compassionate individuals that thrive in an upbeat and safe working environment. We dedicate a lot of thought and effort into work life balance as well as our competitive composition structure.
• We know life happens, that’s why we all start with a 5-week PTO plan as well as a wide range of unique benefits!

Our Facilities.

Our locations are all state-of-the-art facilities that provide top notch integrated care. We are proud to adhere to a “no wrong door” treatment approach that allows our staff to dramatically improve the quality of life for the patients in their care.

Hourly Rate: $31/HR - $37.20/HR