Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-Time Nights

The role

The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide and oversee medical services for a caseload of patients. This role acts as a medical treatment plan coordinator for a multidisciplinary team.

What you will do

• Interact routinely with patients and communicate observations to the multidisciplinary team
• Administer medications and engage in the education process
• Utilize de-escalation skills to maintain safety
• Provide admission, orientation, education and discharge plans
• Consult with the multidisciplinary treatment team on treatment and discharge planning
• Participate in maintaining a clean, orderly and safe environment
• Perform admissions and discharges of patients
• Obtain vital signs, monitor symptoms and document in the patient record
• Monitor patients on an ongoing basis to assess needs and facilitate medical treatment
• Document medical assessment, diagnosis, progress notes, and roundings

Required qualifications

• Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state where services are rendered
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Current and nationally accredited CPR/First Aid/AED certification
• Knowledge of computer and electronic medical records systems
• Enthusiasm, passion for working with people, and an internal drive to improve the lives of individuals in our care
• Must maintain applicable state licensure requirements throughout duration of employment
• Ability to work with a diverse population along with interpersonal skills and knowledge required for treating patients in area of assigned specialty
• Demonstrated ability to hold strong personal boundaries and ability to build rapport with patients
• Must understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the respective licensure governing board

Nice to have

• KIPU
• Excellent organizational abilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Patient service oriented (both internal and external)
• Creative and persistent problem solver
• Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of organization
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Subsidized Health Insurance Coverage for Employee, Spouse, & Dependent(s)
• 100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance equal to 1x annual salary, up to $100,000
• 100% Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Pre-tax Savings Accounts for all IRS-allowable medical and dependent care expenses
• Generous Paid Time Off plan
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• 401K Retirement Plan & Employer Match

About the company

Northpoint is a leading behavioral healthcare provider offering evidence-based treatment for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders. The company operates under an in-network, commercial insurance model.