LPN;WinMat - Hiring Incentive $1,200

Thecentersohio; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plans

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Vision

Continuing education support

401(k) with company contribution

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Thecentersohio seeks a licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient-centered care in Walk-in MAT clinics. You will support medication treatment, patient engagement, and ongoing monitoring in a team-based setting.

Reporting to the Manager of Nursing, you will participate in protocol-driven care, patient education, and coordination with RNs and providers to support treatment adherence and recovery. Must maintain Ohio LPN license and complete CPR and crisis intervention training within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered LPN license in Ohio.
• CPR certification required.
• Nonviolent crisis intervention training within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nursing visits in collaboration with the WinMAT provider and care team.
• Support medication treatment and adherence discussions with patients.
• Document vital signs, substance use patterns, withdrawal and psychiatric symptoms.
• Provide patient education on MAT and harm reduction strategies.
• Administer medications per order and coordinate refills/PA with pharmacies.
• Participate in daily clinical workflows and escalation when needed.

Skills

CPR certification

Crisis Intervention

Nursing assessment

Education

LPN License - Ohio

Job description

Hiring Incentive - $1,200

Job Summary

The LPN provides high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals with substance use disorders in our Walk-in Medication for Addiction Treatment (WinMAT) clinics.

The LPN functions within a team-based, low-threshold care model, supporting medication treatment, patient engagement, and ongoing monitoring. The role emphasizes protocol-driven care, patient education, and coordination with providers, RNs, and interdisciplinary team members to support treatment adherence and recovery.

Reports to Manager of Nursing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

· Conduct nursing visits in collaboration with the WinMAT provider, RN, and interdisciplinary care team.

· Support shared visits with providers, assisting in the evaluation and management of: Medication side effects; Adherence concerns; Dose stabilization or adjustment

· Collect and document objective and subjective clinical data, including: Vital signs; Substance use patterns; withdrawal symptoms; psychiatric symptoms; medication adherence and side effects; safety concerns

· Provide clear, individualized patient education on: Medication for addiction treatment (MAT); treatment plans and expectations; harm reduction strategies and overdose prevention

· Reinforce treatment plans and support adherence using practical strategies (e.g., reminders, behavioral cues, addressing barriers).

· Perform clinical tasks within scope and under provider direction: Venipuncture; Intramuscular (IM) injections (eg IM naltrexone) and subcutaneous injection (eg long acting buprenorphine) ; Urine and oral toxicology collection

· Administer medications per provider order and document all interventions accurately in the medical record.

· Coordinate with pharmacies regarding: Medication refills; Prior authorizations; Patient assistance programs

· Participate in daily clinical workflows: Monitor Epic/OCHIN In Basket and message pools; Support timely communication across the care team

· Conduct protocol-driven phone screenings, gather clinical information, and escalate concerns outside established guidelines to the RN or provider.

· Distribute safer use materials, naloxone, and testing strips as indicated.

· Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and patient support systems to facilitate access to care and continuity of treatment

Other Job Duties & Responsibilities

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

· None

Core Competencies

· Nursing Process: Delivers holistic, patient-focused care by contributing to assessment, diagnosis, outcomes/planning, implementation, and evaluation.

· Communication: Expresses thoughts clearly, concisely, and effectively both verbally and in writing. Presents in a confident, clear, and enthusiastic manner when addressing people in a large or small group. Demonstrates a sound knowledge of the subject matter.

· Values Diversity: Collaborates with and involves others, demonstrating a respect for divergent viewpoints; interacts well with diverse people and groups, thereby contributing to an environment that is equitable, inclusive, and cooperative. An awareness of and sensitivity to the cultural diversity of the population served.

· Interpersonal Relations: Relates well to all individuals, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact. Uses influence to build consensus for

change. Charismatic and inspirational style to recruit, motivate, retain, and develop professionals to advance the organization’s mission. Culturally competent to lead and sustain diversity.

Job Qualifications

· Active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Ohio

· Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders preferred

· CPR certification and nonviolent crisis intervention training required within 60 days of hire

• Wellbeing and Benefits
  Providing quality benefits to our staff is important to us. Just as important is our staff’s well-being. That’s why we offer a number of choices to meet the different needs of our staff.
  • Choice of medical and dental plans
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care
  • Vision
  • Support for continuing education and credential renewal
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement Savings (401k) with a company contribution
  • Mental Health Support
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Calm Subscription and Short and Longterm Disability