LPN (Thurs - Sat Days)
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct clinical care in the Sobering and Deflection Center, serving individuals experiencing acute intoxication, substance-related impairment, or behavioral health crises. Under the supervision of the Medical Director, the LPN performs medical screening, clinical observation, CLIA-waived testing, and administration of approved comfort medications to support participant safety and stabilization. The LPN supports diversion from emergency departments and the criminal justice system by delivering trauma-informed, person-centered care consistent with OHA Sobering and Deflection Center program standards.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Oregon.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Eligibility to perform CLIA-waived testing under the organizational CLIA certificate.
- Demonstrated knowledge of substance use intoxication and withdrawal.
- Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive care.
- Valid identification required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in sobering or detoxification centers.
- Experience in emergency or urgent care.
- Experience in behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment.
- Experience in community or correctional health settings.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct clinical care to individuals experiencing acute intoxication, substance-related impairment, or behavioral health crises.
- Perform medical screening and clinical observation.
- Conduct CLIA-waived testing.
- Administer approved comfort medications.
- Support participant safety and stabilization.
- Deliver trauma-informed, person-centered care consistent with OHA Sobering and Deflection Center program standards.
- Support diversion from emergency departments and the criminal justice system.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Supplemental plans, including hospital indemnity and critical illness.
- Pet insurance.
- Dependent Care Savings and Health Care Savings accounts.
- 401(k) with employer match, 100% vested upon enrollment.
- Generous PTO accrual; employees start with a 5-week PTO plan.
- Wellness programs.
- Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs.
- Incentives.
- Ongoing training and professional development support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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