Addiction Nurse - LPN

BrightView LLC • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

BrightView is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join its Behavioral Health team and support patients on their mental health and recovery journeys. The nurse works in a dynamic healthcare environment, delivering nursing care and medication services, monitoring patient progress, coordinating care, and maintaining accurate documentation and compliance. The role contributes to treatment programs and supports individuals seeking recovery.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of nursing experience; experience in a drug/alcohol or psychiatric setting is preferred.
• Associate Degree in Nursing, (NDA), 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.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of colleagues and patients.
• Ability to collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Adaptability in a dynamic work environment.
• Technological capability and comfort using multiple communication and documentation systems, including EMR and MS Office Suite.
• High integrity and adherence to work standards and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

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 to inform 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 applicable regulatory and company compliance requirements, including HIPAA.
• Complete documentation using the designated EMR.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• Immediately vested eligibility in a 401(k) program with employer match.
• 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 and a supportive work environment dedicated to professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

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