LPN (Per Diem)
Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than , patients daily.
Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works.
Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.
As an LPN , you play a direct role in saving the lives of our patients each day by serving our residents in a safe environment promoting long term recovery.
You will partner with the Nursing Supervisor and Executive Director to establish and maintain a therapeutic environment and routine for our residents.
Requirements :
- Licensed Practical Nurse in the state seeking employment
- Comfortable working independently with the population when needed
- Compliance with MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) program protocols
Responsibilities :
- Administer / dispense medication under direction of physician
- Ensure the treatment plan of the physician or Medical Director is being followed
- Giving and interpreting Mantoux Testing
- Complete blood draws
- Assists in training staff in medical and health and safety matters as well as assisting in properly maintaining medical equipment.
- Provide training for staff development specific to health care needs , CPR, First Aid, Blood Pressure.
- Educates clients about methadone maintenance and detoxification as well as side effects and provides education to clients on lab results and all medical matters.
- Educates pregnant patients about prenatal care and assists primary counselor in coordinating outside services as needed.
- Other duties as needed.
Benefits :
- days PTO (Paid Time Off)
- k with company match
- Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
- Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
- Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University