Assertive Community Treatment Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (4622)

ncgCARE • Gastonia, NC

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About The Position

Carolina Outreach is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. This role involves monitoring and overseeing the medical/clinical aspects of services, providing medication monitoring and documentation, and delivering psychopharmacological and medical services within the scope of practice. The LPN will collaborate with ACT team members to monitor client status, conduct crisis assessments, and provide individual counseling and psycho-educational support. They will also assist in creating transition plans and act as a consultant to primary healthcare providers. A key responsibility includes being available for crisis response and support to the ACT team on a 24/7/365 basis. The organization emphasizes a supportive environment for clinicians, offering flexible scheduling, administrative support, and opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

• Active LPN license in North Carolina.
• At least 1 year of experience working with the identified population.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and oversee all medical/clinical aspects of services delivered.
• Provide medication monitoring and documentation.
• Deliver psychopharmacologic and medical services within your 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.
• Act as a consultant to 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 provided by Anthem
• Wellness: 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists through Sydney app (Anthem)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental
• Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed
• Optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Generous paid time off
• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
• Financial planning and education services
• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
• Educational Assistance
• Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

What This Job Offers

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