Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $36.00 - $40.00 per hour

Job Summary

Its not just a job. Its a mission.

Altruix is a high-touch pharmacy dedicated to serving behavioral health and intellectual & developmental disability populations. Through our pharmacy expertise, Medherent technology, and specialized packaging, we promote medication adherence and improve patient outcomes. Our services help clients take medications as prescribed while reducing administrative burden for providers. Altruix customers achieve measurable results, including 90% adherence rates and a 40% reduction in ER and hospital-related costs. Learn more at

Altruix is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support our Washington, DC pharmacy, with regular travel throughout the DC area to administer long-acting injectable medications in clinic and home settings.

This role is focused on the safe, independent administration of long-acting injectable medications, patient monitoring, and care coordination. The ideal candidate is confident in their clinical skills, comfortable working autonomously in the field, and experienced in administering injections in non-hospital settings.

Candidates must be actively licensed as an LPN and hold a current, valid certification/authorization to administer injectable medications (separate from LPN licensure). Candidates must be licensed in either Maryland or the District of Columbia at time of hire and actively working toward licensure in the additional jurisdiction. Full licensure in both MD and DC is required as soon as possible, as this role supports patients across both areas.Licensure reimbursement will be provided to support expedited completion.

This role requires consistent travel between locations throughout the DC area. Candidates must be local, as no relocation assistance is provided.

Compensation for this role ranges from $36.00 - $40.00 per hour,based on experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Current certification/authorization to administer injectable medications (required)
• Licensed in MD or DC at time of hire
• Must obtain licensure in the second jurisdiction immediately upon hire
• Strong clinical judgment and patient care skills
• Ability to work independently in a field-based role
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience administering long-acting injectable medications, particularly in behavioral health or community-based settings
• Strong communication and patient engagement skills
• Highly organized with strong documentation and time management skills
• Experience working in home health, clinics, or mobile care environments

Key Traits for Success

• Confident and autonomous in clinical decision-making
• Patient-focused with a strong commitment to improving access to care
• Adaptable and comfortable working in varied environments
• Professional, reliable, and detail-oriented

Schedule

This is a full-time, field-based position supporting our Washington, DC pharmacy with regular travel throughout the DC and Maryland area. Workdays and hours will vary based on patient schedules, clinic availability, and operational needs. The schedule may include early mornings, evenings, or occasional weekend coverage as needed. Daily routes and patient visits will be coordinated in advance whenever possible to support efficient travel and continuity of care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ($36.00 - $40.00 per hour)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Licensure reimbursement

Altruix is a values driven organization striving to fulfill our mission - to improve the lives of people through exceptional, caring pharmacy services - with HEART.

Hopeful - We believe in the power of the human spirit, that every person matters, and we find a way to say yes.

Ethical - We do what is right with honesty, integrity, and transparency.

Accountable - We take ownership of problems, welcome feedback, and seek continuous improvement.

Respectful - We treat every person with kindness and listen with an open mind.

Team-oriented - We put clients and providers first, act with humility, and work together for the well-being of others.

Benefit summary/EEOC Statement/Drug-Free and testing Altruix offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package which includes medical, dental and vision plans through CareFirst (a Blue Cross Blue Shield plan); employer paid long-term disability coverage and life insurance; an employer matched 401K plan; paid time off and paid holidays.

Altruix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, placement, training, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other trait protected by federal, state, or local laws. Altruix is a drug-free work environment and requires pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment.