Licensed Practical Nurse - Spring Hill Recovery Center

Northeast Recovery•Ashby, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Spring Hill Recovery Center is part of Northeast Recovery, a network of Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Facilities. We provide multiple levels of care to those who are prepared to start their journey to recovery. We are looking for a full time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Spring Hill Recovery Center in Ashby, MA. The LPN will provide exceptional nursing care to each client based on his/her individualized needs.

Requirements

Current Massachusetts LPN License
1+ year of experience as a staff nurse.
Knowledge of addiction and the 12-Step Recovery Program.
Knowledge of emergency procedures used in the event of alcohol and/or drug overdose including First Aid, CPR and Narcan administering.
Knowledge of Federal, State and Municipal laws and/or regulations that regulate the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction. This includes Confidentiality, Patient Rights, Professional Code of Ethics and Discrimination
Demonstrates excellent proficiency in communication, observation & written skills.
Ability to lift or push 20 pounds or more.
Employee may be required to stand and/or move throughout a large portion of the shift.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with substance use patients or in recovery setting preferred.
CPR Certified preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides nursing care to clients enrolled in our residential treatment program.
Prepares and monitors medications and treatments.
Documents required information, including medications and dosage in KIPU, our EMR system.
Performs all nursing responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures.
Observes and evaluates the physical and emotional status of clients and takes immediate action when necessary.
Assists and coordinates nursing care with the Medical and Clinical team.
Works with the multi-disciplinary team on the client's recovery plan.
The LPN will participate and contribute to this plan by assessing and documenting the client's overall physical condition or changes, daily.