Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Licensed Practical Nurse
About The Position
The ACT Licensed Practical Nurse monitors and oversees the medical and clinical aspects of services delivered. The role provides medication monitoring and documentation, and delivers psychopharmacological and medical services within the scope of practice. The nurse collaborates with ACT team members to monitor clients’ clinical status and treatment response, conducts crisis assessments, supports symptom management and intervention planning, and provides individual counseling, substance abuse treatment, and psycho-educational support. The position also assists with transition planning as clients enter or leave services, consults with primary healthcare providers and community medical staff, and maintains documentation such as treatment plans and progress notes. The nurse must be available to provide crisis response and support to the ACT team on a 24/7/365 basis. This is a full-time position in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role offers a stated hourly compensation range of $25.02–$32.13; final compensation depends on factors including education, licensure, experience, and other qualifications. The position requires an active North Carolina LPN license and at least one year of experience working with the identified population.
Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in North Carolina.
- At least one year of experience working with the identified population.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks and credential verification.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and oversee all medical and clinical aspects of services delivered.
- Provide medication monitoring and documentation.
- Deliver psychopharmacological and medical services within the scope of practice.
- Collaborate with ACT team members to monitor clinical status and response to treatment.
- Conduct crisis assessments, symptom management, and intervention planning.
- Provide individual counseling, substance abuse treatment, and psycho-educational support.
- Assist in creating transition plans when clients move in and out of services.
- Consult with primary healthcare providers and community medical staff.
- Ensure proper documentation, including treatment plans and progress notes.
- Be available for crisis response and support to the ACT team on a 24/7/365 basis.
Benefits
- Consumer-driven health plan coverage through Anthem.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Two dental plan options through Delta Dental.
- Vision plan through EyeMed.
- Optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account for childcare expenses.
- Generous paid time off.
- 401(k) or Roth IRA retirement programs administered by Empower.
- Financial planning and education services at no cost.
- Voluntary supplemental benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability.
- Educational assistance, subject to position, hire date, and years of service.
- Licensure Residency Program for full-time clinical staff.
- Advancement and career development opportunities.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Administrative and scheduling support.
- Streamlined onboarding and credentialing support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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