Nurse LPN

Pyramid Healthcare • Asheville, NC

51d

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.
Pyramid Healthcare of Asheville is seeking a Full Time LPN to join their Methadone Clinic team!
Schedule: 5am - 1pm Monday - Friday and Every other Saturday
The primary function of this position involves providing direct nursing services to clients undergoing treatment for adult substance use disorders and/or mental health issues.

Requirements

• Current unencumbered LPN license in the state of practice is required.
• Current CPR/BLS, AED, and First Aid certifications are required.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound judgment accompanied by exceptional nursing skills.
• Ability to problem-solve through gathering and analyzing information.
• Capacity to handle crises and potential risk situations, responding appropriately.
• A working knowledge of federal and state standards, as well as compliance standards set by regulating bodies.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial Nursing Assessments for new admissions, as applicable.
• Administer medications.
• Demonstrate knowledge and implementation of detox protocols.
• Complete COWS and CIWA scales with appropriate clients in accordance with established protocols.
• Provide medication education to clients.
• Coordinate and support medical providers during assessments and medication management appointments.
• Ensure medical equipment is maintained in proper working order while upholding confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees