LPN

Job Description

Job Description

The Company

Mission: NOLA Detox and Recovery Center's mission is to put our patients first, offering a best-in-class approach to addiction treatment for anyone who seeks a path to recovery.

Vision: NOLA Detox and Recovery Center strives to create a world where the path to recovery is accessible to all and where individuals can participate fully in the health and happiness of life.

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to patients undergoing detoxification and substance use disorder treatment. Working under the supervision of the Medical Director and/or Registered Nurse, the LPN is responsible for medication administration, patient monitoring, clinical documentation, and coordination of care within a structured, recovery-focused environment.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring safe withdrawal management, medical stability, regulatory compliance, and compassionate patient-centered care.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Medication Management & Clinical Oversight

• Administer prescribed medications, including oral, IM, and injectable medications, in accordance with physician orders and nursing scope of practice.
• Manage medication room operations, including inventory control, storage compliance, narcotic counts, and medication reconciliation.
• Process medication orders, prior authorizations, and coordinate with pharmacy vendors.
• Monitor patients for medication effectiveness, side effects, and adverse reactions.
• Document all medication administration accurately in the EMR.

Patient Assessment & Monitoring

• Conduct nursing assessments upon admission, during treatment, and at discharge.
• Monitor and record vital signs, withdrawal symptoms, and behavioral observations.
• Assess and report changes in patient condition promptly to the RN, provider, or Medical Director.
• Assist in the development and modification of individualized treatment plans/care plans.
• Monitor diet, hydration, physical activity, and overall wellness.
• Conduct nursing education groups and document accordingly in patients' chart.

Admissions & Discharge Coordination

• Complete intake nursing evaluations and process admissions in collaboration with clinical and medical teams.
• Ensure proper documentation for patient transfers and discharge instructions.
• Provide patient education regarding medications, detox expectations, and aftercare planning.

Laboratory & Diagnostic Support

• Conduct and document specified laboratory tests (e.g., urine drug screens, blood glucose monitoring).
• Assist in ordering, collecting, and documenting diagnostic tests as directed.
• Interpret basic clinical data and report findings appropriately.

Crisis Response & Reporting

• Identify and respond to medical or psychiatric crisis situations.
• Immediately report incidents of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation per policy.
• Notify the Clinical Director and/or Medical Director of emergent concerns.
• Follow facility protocols for incident reporting and emergency response.
• Support incident investigations and reporting requirements.

Compliance & Collaboration

• Ensure nursing practices align with state regulations, accreditation standards, and facility policies.
• Work closely with clinical, medical, and operations teams to maintain compliance readiness.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Maintain strict HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Ensure required patient care documentation is completed according to policy.

Professional Development

• Participate in ongoing education, required certifications, and staff development activities.
• Assist in training new nursing staff or support personnel as needed.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and systems evaluation efforts.

Other responsibilities to be determined upon employment

What It Takes to Win

• Compassion and kindness toward individuals in recovery
• Strong clinical judgment and decisiveness
• Discretion and ethical integrity
• Active listening and patient-centered communication
• Strong coordination and teamwork skills
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving abilities
• Ability to instruct and educate patients effectively
• Systems awareness and commitment to compliance

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• Active and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Prior experience in addiction treatment, behavioral health, detox, or acute care preferred
• Knowledge of withdrawal management protocols and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) preferred
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Strong documentation and EMR proficiency

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout the facility
• Extended periods of computer documentation
• Close patient observation (near and distance vision)
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations
• Occasional driving as required
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.