RN/LPN - Addiction Services

SOUTHWESTERN AND AFFILIATES • Evansville, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our professional team. This position supports Stepping Stone, our addiction services program, and plays a vital role in delivering high-quality care to individuals on their recovery journey. This is a day-shift role, with regular business hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM primarily, offering a consistent schedule and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Requirements

• Associate degree required.
• Current, valid State of Indiana RN or LPN license.
• If RN or LPN, must be a graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing. Certificate programs not accepted.
• Complete and maintain certification as a TB test administrator.
• Must have knowledge of relevant, clinical issues and demonstrable clinical expertise for patient populations served.
• Knowledge of medical terminology; excellent grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Requires exceptional customer service and phone etiquette; excellent communication skills; attention to detail; ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow; skill to act independently and quickly when necessary.
• Must have valid driver's license, auto insurance that meets the Indiana State minimum coverage requirement, and qualify for Company's vehicle liability insurance.
• Candidates must pass required background checks including county/state checks, sex offender registry check, fingerprinting, CPS check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient information by interviewing patient; review and/or record medical history; take vital signs; identify any active complaints.
• Support medical staff by assisting during examinations; dispose of contaminated supplies; administer medication as directed; authorize drug refills as directed; telephone prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Maintain stock of medical supplies.
• Dispense and administer medication.
• Educate patients by providing information and instructions concerning their medication, infectious diseases, wellness and safety, answer questions.
• Monitor patient compliance to medication system and response to medication.
• Screen patients for physical health needs and make referrals as necessary.
• Serve as a professional nursing link between patient and physician, pharmacist, Community Resource Specialist and other care providers.
• Facilitate referrals to primary care physicians, dentists, and other specialty practices as indicated.
• Provide needed therapeutic interventions and protection for individuals who are in crisis.
• Administer TB tests, interprets results, and makes any related referrals.
• Serve as a professional nursing link between patient and physician, pharmacist, case manager, therapist, and other care providers.
• Provide emergency interventions as directed.
• Travel to other Southwestern offices or in the community may occasionally be required.

Benefits

• AFFORDABLE Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance that starts DAY ONE of employment!
• 401K Employer Contribution & Match
• Student Loan Assistance Program
• Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
• Generous Paid Time Off plan
• Competitive Total Compensation Program
• Individualized orientation and training program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree