Per Diem)

Pyramid Healthcare•Dallas, PA

4d•$30 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities. Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being. Our Dallas inpatient rehab center offers detox and residential programs tailored for adult men and women in or near Luzerne County. We honor each individual's autonomy in defining their recovery, supporting a multiple-pathways-to-recovery approach, including both medication-assisted and abstinence-based treatments. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays an essential role in the delivery of treatment services at Pyramid Healthcare. This position is responsible for providing direct nursing services, medication administration, client monitoring, withdrawal management support, client education, and clinical support services in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards of practice, accreditation standards, and applicable state and federal regulations. The LPN collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and interdisciplinary treatment team members to promote client safety, continuity of care, positive treatment outcomes, and quality service delivery.

Requirements

Current unencumbered LPN license in state of practice required.
Current CPR/BLS, AED and First Aid required.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Sound clinical judgment and strong nursing skills.
Knowledge of medication administration, withdrawal management protocols, nursing standards of practice, and clinical documentation requirements.
Ability to gather, analyze, and apply clinical information to support decision-making and client care.
Ability to identify, assess, and appropriately respond to medical concerns, emergencies, and crisis situations.
Working knowledge of federal, state, licensing, accreditation, and compliance requirements applicable to healthcare and behavioral health services.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a behavioral health treatment setting preferred.
Background in Substance Use Treatment and Co-occurring Disorders preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing services and clinical support to clients in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards, and organizational policies.
Complete nursing assessments, screenings, observations, and related documentation as assigned, including admission-related nursing activities.
Administer medications and monitor client response to treatment, medication effectiveness, and potential side effects.
Implement and monitor withdrawal management protocols, including completion of COWS, CIWA, and other clinical assessment tools as applicable.
Provide medication education, health education, and nursing support to clients and families as appropriate.
Coordinate and support physicians, nurse practitioners, and other medical providers during assessments, medication management appointments, and treatment planning activities.
Monitor client health status and communicate significant clinical findings, concerns, and changes in condition to appropriate treatment team members.
Maintain medical equipment, medication storage areas, and clinical supplies in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team members to support continuity of care and treatment planning.
Collaborate with treatment team members to support client care, communication, and continuity of services.
Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality with regard to all company information.
Completion of all required trainings as designated by the company and accreditation/licensing entities.
Other duties as assigned.