License Practical Nurse (LPN) License Practical Nurse (LPN)

aryville Addiction Treatment Center has a staff of dedicated professionals who devote themselves each day to helping people suffering from an addictive disease reclaim their lives. Our staff provides comprehensive high quality substance abuse and co-occurring treatment and recovery services to individuals and families affected by the disease of addiction. For over 70 years, our commitment to service excellence is reflected in the high client satisfaction rating we receive, an honor we attribute to the compassion, commitment and quality of our staff.

Benefits and Perks

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness opportunity (HRSA)
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) matching
• Referral program
• Health savings account

Responsibilities

• Collaborates and reports directly to the registered nurse on duty for daily assignments and report any changes in client’s behavior and/or vital signs to the RNs on duty.
• Performs follow-up nursing assessment for residents and obtain laboratory specimens.
• Arranges appropriate appointments with Health Care Providers as well as required additional health screenings and supplemental tests.
• Administers medications, as well as supervises self-administered medications, where appropriate and allowed by regulation.
• Maintains adequate inventory of medical/office supplies in compliance with governing regulations and agency policy.
• Ensures proper storage of supplies as required by regulation.
• Provides education for clients regarding health, nutrition, safety, and medication compliance under the supervision of the RNs on duty.
• Performs all other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing is required. Current LPN license in good standing in New Jersey is required. Current First Aid/CPR Certification issued by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association required.
• Must be recent graduate of approved nursing school, up to one (1) year experience is preferred.
• If recovering, must have at least two (2) years of continuous sobriety and maintain sobriety throughout employment.
• Must have knowledge of health care issues pertaining to substance use disorders, including but not limited to mental health needs, women’s health issues, HIV/AIDs, and other communicable diseases.
• Knowledge of correct record keeping in accordance with regulatory agencies and standards of practice.
• Knowledge of proper nutritional requirements and practices for adults.
• Knowledge of safe standards of nursing practice.
• Ability to work with clients to gain confidence and cooperation while maintaining therapeutic boundaries.
• Knowledge of therapeutic communication techniques for the population we serve.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work while maintaining appropriate, accurate records, and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, healthcare providers, outside agencies, institutions and the general public.

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Job Type: Full-time