Opioid Treatment Program Nurse - Compassionate Care & Growth

Port Health; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Professional development

PSLF qualifying employer

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in New Bern, NC is hiring a full-time LPN to support methadone administration, nursing assessments, HIV testing, and coordination of care in an on-site setting. You will work Monday–Friday 5am–1pm with every other weekend 6am–10am, earning $27–$30 per hour, based on experience.

This role emphasizes compassionate, person-centered care. Transportation and a valid NC license are required.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted NC LPN license.
• Proficiency with EHR systems.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for work.
• Mental health experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Methadone Administration – Prepare, verify and administer methadone, monitor patient response and monitor for symptoms of intoxication, withdrawal, sedation and adverse medication reactions.
• Nursing Assessments – Initial admission, annual and ongoing nursing assessments (Medical history, medications, vital signs, allergies, substance use history and current health concerns).
• COWS Assessments – Perform and document COWS (Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale) assessments and report findings to the provider
• Supports individuals in developing strategies to improve medication adherence and overall wellness
• HIV Testing – Perform HIV screenings, education and coordinate referrals/follow up care
• TB Skin Test – Administer, document and follow up within the required window (Initial and annually)
• Blood/Specimen Collection – Blood draws: Annual and as needed, Perform supervised urine drug screens
• Coordinates care and communicates with medical providers while educating team members on psychiatric symptoms and medication side effects

Skills

LPN licensure

EHR proficiency

Transportation

Mental health experience preferred

Education

LPN license (North Carolina)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health in New Bern, NC is hiring a full-time LPN to support methadone administration, nursing assessments, HIV testing, and coordination of care in an on-site setting. You will work Monday–Friday 5am–1pm with every other weekend 6am–10am, earning $27–$30 per hour, based on experience.

This role emphasizes compassionate, person-centered care. Transportation and a valid NC license are required.