Addiction Nurse - LPN

BrightView • Akron, OH

3h

About The Position

BrightView is seeking a proactive, compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join its Behavioral Health team and support patients on their mental health and recovery journeys. The LPN provides nursing care and medication administration, supports treatment planning and progress monitoring, coordinates appointments and multidisciplinary communication, and maintains accurate documentation and medication inventory while meeting regulatory and company compliance requirements.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of nursing experience; experience in a drug/alcohol or psychiatric setting is preferred.
• Associate Degree in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with State Medication Administration Certification.
• State Licensed Practical Nursing License.
• Empathy and compassion in supporting patients’ recovery journeys.
• Ability to work with a diverse population and collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Adaptability in a dynamic work environment.
• Comfort using multiple communication and documentation systems, including an EMR and MS Office Suite.
• High degree of integrity and adherence to work standards and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with HIPAA.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in a drug/alcohol or psychiatric setting.
• Prior experience with harm reduction.
• Familiarity with 42-CFR Part 2.

Responsibilities

• Administer and dispense medications and injections according to accepted nursing practice guidance.
• Manage patient medication preselection and drug administration.
• Perform initial inductions and provide medical services as needed.
• Conduct assessments and monitor vital signs for dose changes.
• Educate patients about treatment, health, and safety policies.
• Schedule appointments and document no-shows in the system.
• Attend required on-site staff and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Sign and process physician orders, enter notes in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and input flags.
• Maintain, monitor, and reconcile medication inventory accurately.
• Follow regulatory and company compliance requirements, including HIPAA.
• Complete documentation using the designated EMR.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) program with employer match; immediately vested and eligible.
• Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• 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 a related field.
• Competitive compensation.
• Supportive work environment dedicated to professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree