Addiction Nurse - LPN

BrightView LLC • Akron, OH

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About The Position

BrightView is seeking a proactive, compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join its Behavioral Health team and support patients pursuing mental health and recovery. The role contributes to treatment programs by providing nursing care and medication administration, supporting treatment planning and progress monitoring, coordinating care and communication, and maintaining accurate documentation and compliance.

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 through recovery.
• Ability to work with a diverse population of colleagues and patients.
• Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Adaptability in a dynamic work environment.
• Comfort operating multiple systems for communication and documentation, including an EMR and MS Office Suite.
• High integrity and adherence to work standards and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Two 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 for dose changes.
• Educate patients about treatment, health, and safety policies.
• Schedule appointments and document no-shows in the system.
• Attend required meetings, including on-site staff meetings 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 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