LPN

Community Health Alliance-Ohio•Hamilton, OH

17d•$30 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Alliance is seeking experienced LPN's to provide medically monitored nursing care but also be able to support the clinical functions of a Level 3.7 Withdrawal Management residential treatment facility, including assessment, monitoring, medication administration, documentation, and other nursing-related functions. Your primary goal will be to ensure safe, timely, and compassionate care while supporting the stabilization and dignity of individuals throughout the detoxification process. If you enjoy helping people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in providing exceptional customer service, we'd love to have you on our team. At Community Health Alliance, our LPNs are more than healthcare professionals—they are an essential part of the clinical team and a vital support to the organization's ability to provide safe, compassionate, and quality care. Through clinical expertise, attention to detail, and strong follow-through, you provide 24/7 medically monitored care to individuals experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms, support safety and stabilization throughout the detox process, and ensure each person is treated with dignity, compassion, and trauma-informed care.

Requirements

Licensed in the State of Ohio as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Two years related experience in withdrawal management, behavioral health, residential treatment, or acute care preferred.
Current BLS/CPR certification required.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (travel between sites required).
Ability to work flexible hours, including early morning, weekends or evenings if needed.
Commitment to providing nonjudgmental, empathetic care to individuals with substance use and behavioral health disorders.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications, including Office Suite, Outlook and Teams.
Adept at learning and navigating electronic health record systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience in substance use treatment, behavioral health or related nursing field preferred.
Knowledge of medication-assisted treatment (MAT), harm reduction and trauma-informed care is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete nursing tasks as directed by a registered nurse or medical provider.
Provide medically monitored withdrawal management in accordance with ASAM 3.7 standards.
Conduct nursing assessments, including vitals, withdrawal scales (e.g., CIWA/COWS), and ongoing symptom monitoring.
Administer medications safely and accurately, including PRN withdrawal medications per protocol.
Participates as part of an interdisciplinary team coordinating patient care.
Monitors patient appointments and collects health information and vitals for medical provider.
Educates patients on monitoring and managing symptoms, medication and health conditions.
Collects blood, urine and other specimens as needed for laboratory testing.
Administers injections, TB testing, vaccinations as ordered by medical provider.
Completes health and symptomology screenings to aid in patient care.
Coordinates with other medical facilities to obtain medical records for treatment of patients.
Implements appropriate nursing interventions and actions according to established plan of care within scope of practice.
Support clients through the withdrawal process with empathy, professionalism, and therapeutic communication.
Document all care in the electronic health record (EHR) in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Practice within the scope of practice as outlined by the Ohio Board of Nursing.