What are the responsibilities and job description for the Addiction Nurse - LPN position at BrightView LLC?
Overview
Are you a dedicated and experienced Licensed Practical Nurse with a passion for assisting individuals on their journey towards mental health and recovery? We're seeking a proactive and compassionate LPN to join our Behavioral Health team. If you excel in a dynamic healthcare environment, possess a profound understanding of behavioral health disorders, and are committed to delivering quality care, your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of our treatment programs. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those seeking support and recovery. Apply now and become a key contributor to our mission of empowering individuals on their path to mental well-being!
Responsibilities
- NURSING CARE/ MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION:
- Administers/dispenses medication and injections according to accepted nursing practice guidance.
- Manages patient medication preselection and drug administration.
- Performs initial inductions and provide medical services as needed.
- TREATMENT PLANNING AND PROGRESS MONITORING:
- Conducts assessments and monitors vital signs for dose changes.
- Educate patients related to treatment, health, and safety policies.
- COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION:
- Schedules appointments and document no-shows in system.
- Attend required meetings, including on-site staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Signs and processes physician orders and enter notes in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and input flags.
- DOCUMENTATION AND COMPLIANCE:
- Accurately maintains, monitors, and reconciles medication inventory.
- Follow adherence to all necessary regulatory and company compliance requirements (HIPAA).
- Completes documentation using the designated EMR.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Highly empathetic and compassionate to effectively support the recovery journey of BrightView’s patients
- Competent at working with a diverse population of colleagues and patients
- Team-player, able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
- Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency
- Adaptable and agile within a dynamic work environment
- Technologically capable, comfortable operating in multiple systems for communication and documentation purposes including EMR and MS Office Suite
- Embraces BrightView’s culture of compliance - operates with a high degree of integrity and compliance to work standards and regulatory requirements
- Familiarity with HIPAA 42-CFR Part 2 desired
- Prior experience with harm reduction a plus
Qualifications
- EXPERIENCE
- Required: minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, preferably in drug/alcohol or psychiatric setting.
- Preferred: 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in drug/alcohol or psychiatric setting.
- EDUCATION:
- Required: Associates Degree in Nursing, (NDA), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with State Medication Administration Certification
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- REQUIRED: State Licensed Practical Nursing License.
BRIGHTVIEW HEALTH BENEFITS AND PERKS
- PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Immediately vested and eligible in 401k program with employer 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)
- Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year in related field
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment dedicated to your professional growth and development.
Ready to shape our future by bringing in top talent? Apply now and be a key player in our success!