Nurse - LPN

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

We offer competitive salaries, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily.

Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works.

Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.

As an LPN, you are responsible for providing basic medical services to patients in an outpatient addiction recovery environment; maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and providing for the safe delivery of medication in accordance with facility policy and procedures; and for maintaining thorough documentation of patient records and medical files per State and Federal regulations.

• 401k with company match
• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse licensed in accordance with the laws in the state of employment.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Knowledge and experience with regulations and standards including infection control, quality assurance, and patient care compliance for state licensure.
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) first aid and BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Experience with triaging in emergency situations, assisting with medical emergencies.

Preferred

• Two (2) years' experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psych pharmacotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients regarding medications used in the treatment setting and their side effects.
• Administer/dispense medications (i.e., Methadone, Suboxone, etc.) in accordance with State and Federal regulations, and DEA best practice guidelines.
• Conduct assessments for new intakes, quarterly, annual, awol, and possible impairment
• Ensure the adequate recording of the administration/dispensing transaction has occurred.
• Ensure the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is being followed.
• Place, interpret, and document Mantoux tests for patients and teammates.
• Assess patient response to treatment and medication dosage/interactions and determine appropriateness for dosing.
• Respond appropriately to emergency or unforeseen situations and provide appropriate care per license. Counsel patients regarding personal hygiene, abnormal lab results, HIV/AIDS testing, and all medical matters including changes in treatment.
• Document Nursing progress notes on all patients, and maintains medical records including, but not limited to, individual patient records, daily medication charts, dosage records, physician orders, etc., as required.
• Participate in case conferences, offering professional observations.
• Order medical supplies and maintain a proper inventory and record of use per regulations.
• Make appointments for patients to see physician; obtain lab workups and provide reminders to patients to ensure appointments are kept.
• Conduct Medication call backs for patients receiving take home medication
• Discuss with physicians and team important changes in patients or noted patterns of behavior affecting treatment.
• Provide referral for specialized care at local health centers (e.g., Planned Parenthood, prenatal clinic, HIV/AIDS testing sites, etc.) and follows-up on clients’ attendance and treatment.
• Assist in organizing transfers of patients to and from the program; verify medication verbally with nurse of another program.
• Possess the knowledge and understanding of how to recognize and manage an opiate overdose.
• Understand the clinical benefits and limitations of urine screens, toxicology, and other testing procedures.
• Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Join our team. Join our mission.

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