Registered Nurse (RN)/ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

True North Recovery; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K Match (Up to 5%)

Life & AD&D Insurance

Vision and Dental Coverage

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Training and Credentialing

Disability Insurance

Supplemental Benefits

Job summary

True North Recovery in Alaska is seeking an LPN/RN to provide professional nursing services and support clinicians in delivering compassionate health care to patients within our addiction recovery program.

You will work with medical providers and case management to assess, monitor, and address patients’ medical needs, administer medications, and document care in the EMR. This at-will role requires Alaska licensure, CPR, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Alaska LPN or RN license is required.
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• Experience with addiction/mental health patients preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climb stairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care following the nursing process.
• Coordinate with medical provider to assess patient needs.
• Coordinate with case management on patient medical concerns.
• Administer prescribed medications and therapies.
• Document and bill in EMR; maintain HIPAA-compliant records.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Crisis management

HIPAA knowledge

Independent work

Education

Alaska LPN/RN license

CPR certification

Tools

EMR

Job description

Job Description

The LPN/RN is responsible for providing professional nursing services and supporting medical providers in delivering quality health care to patients and to support the TNR mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently and consistently use the nursing process to safely, compassionately, and efficiently care for patients
• Work closely with medical provider to assess and monitor patient needs
• Work closely with case management to ensure clients medical needs and concerns are addressed
• Administer prescribed medications and other therapeutic interventions
• Communicate and collaborate with clinical team regarding clients' medical needs and concerns
• Build and maintain a working relationship with community partner agencies
• Maintain current training and continuing education to perform duties to the highest standards of care
• Documentation and billing in EHR as indicated and appropriate
• Maintain TNR culture

Minimum Requirements

• Current Alaska Licensed Practical Nurse License/Registered Nurse License
• CPR certified or willing to become certified through an accredited program
• Experience working with patients who are suffering from addiction, depression, anxiety, and other mental health diagnosis preferred
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR)
• Ability to climb stairs and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Skills and Abilities

• Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population and also the ability to remain professional with both patients and staff
• Knowledge of alcohol use disorder and substance use disorder and addiction medicine
• Ability to interact with patients, families and others in an empathetic, respectful and friendly manner
• Ability to communicate proficiently both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate the ability to respond to situations, crises and emergencies with critical thinking and good judgment
• Working knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and 42 CFR
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively manage multiple responsibilities and tasks to completion

Core Competencies

• Understanding of trauma informed care
• Understanding of addiction and recovery
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and initiative
• Demonstrate positive work ethic and organizational skills
• Exercise good judgment

Full Time Benefits

• ICHRA Coverage for Employee Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement (Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement)
• 401K Plan - 100% Match Up To 5%
• Life & ADD Insurance Policy 100% covered by employer
• Vision and Dental Policy 90% covered by employer
• 10 Paid Holidays a Year
• Paid Time Off Accrual
• Paid Training and Credentialing
• Short term and long-term disability
• Monthly cash stipendSupplemental benefits including critical illness insurance, accident insurance and hospital indemnity

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT

The relationship between you and the True North Recovery Inc. is referred to as "employment at will." This means that your employment can be terminated at any time for any reason, with or without cause, with or without notice, by you or the True North Recovery Inc. No representative of True North Recovery Inc. has authority to enter into any agreement contrary to the foregoing "employment at will" relationship. You understand that your employment is "at will," and that you acknowledge that no oral or written statements or representations regarding your employment can alter your at-will employment status.