LPN - Recovery Care & MAT Support

Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc.; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 18 days

401k with company match

Training opportunities

Medical, dental, vision

STAR LRP

Capella scholarships

Job summary

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services across the nation, serving more than 35,000 patients daily. As an LPN, you will play a direct role in saving lives by maintaining a therapeutic environment for residents, in collaboration with the Nursing Supervisor and Executive Director.

Requirements include being a licensed Practical Nurse in the state of employment, ability to work independently, and compliance with MAT program protocols.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required in the state of employment.
• Comfortable working independently with the resident population when needed.
• Compliance with MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) program protocols.

Responsibilities

• Administer/dispense medication under direction of physician.
• Ensure the treatment plan of the physician or Medical Director is being followed.
• Giving and interpreting Mantoux Testing.
• Complete blood draws.
• Assist in training staff in medical and health and safety matters; maintain medical equipment.
• Provide staff development training (e.g., CPR, First Aid, Blood Pressure).
• Educate clients about methadone maintenance and detoxification; explain lab results and medical matters.
• Educate pregnant patients about prenatal care and coordinate outside services with primary counselor.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Independence

Patient education

Education

Associates or better in Nursing or related field

High School/GED or better

Job description

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services across the nation, serving more than 35,000 patients daily. As an LPN, you will play a direct role in saving lives by maintaining a therapeutic environment for residents, in collaboration with the Nursing Supervisor and Executive Director.

Requirements include being a licensed Practical Nurse in the state of employment, ability to work independently, and compliance with MAT program protocols.