Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 7p-7:30a FT

American Addiction Centers•Worcester, MA

22h•$36 - $40

About The Position

American Addiction Centers is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide care to adults experiencing addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. The role focuses on medically managed detox, including assessing and evaluating withdrawal symptoms, following appropriate medication detox protocols, administering prescribed medications, and educating patients. The LPN monitors medication effects and patient condition, documents care in the EMR, and works with a multidisciplinary team to address patient needs. The position is full-time, working 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Requirements

Current LPN license in the state of operations.
LPN diploma and state license.
Current BLS and AED certifications.
Working knowledge of Google products.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation where needed.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk.
Ability to lift 15 pounds at a time.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of drug and alcohol treatment.

Responsibilities

Assess patients for signs and symptoms of withdrawal and provide safe, medically managed detox care.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor their effects, and document accurately.
Report and document medication, pharmacy, packaging, and medication-count errors or concerns.
Conduct ongoing patient assessments using COWS and CIWAS as indicated by patient condition, and reprioritize care accordingly.
Maintain accurate narcotic control inventories and medication administration documentation.
Establish patient care goals and educate patients about their condition, medications, and self-care requirements; answer patient questions.
Maintain quality of care by following therapeutic standards, evaluating health outcomes against care goals and standards, and making or recommending adjustments.
Follow State Board of Nursing requirements and other applicable governing agency regulations.
Address patient problems and needs using multidisciplinary team strategies, including de-escalation techniques.
Document patient care services in the EMR.
Communicate and document actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs to maintain continuity among teams.
Participate in onboarding new nurses for medication administration.
At the end of the shift, communicate pertinent patient activity to the incoming LPN and conduct a medication count.
Treat patients and colleagues with dignity and respect, protect privacy and confidentiality, respect individual differences, and support cultural diversity.
Know the role and respond appropriately to emergency codes.
Arrive on time and follow attendance policies.
Perform other duties as needed.