Licensed Practical Nurse (MA)

Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN (Full-Time and Part-Time) Pay : $31.02 - $37.03 Bonus Days : $35k (paid out in installments over 5 years) Bonus Nights : $50k (paid out in installments over 5 years) Schedules : Days (7a-7:30p) or Nights (7p-7:30a) Every other weekend required RCA's Passion In 2013, Recovery Centers of America (RCA) announced a goal: Save one million lives from the disease of addiction. We're working fast and hard to fulfill that promise, with over 11 facilities that offer evidence-based inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted treatment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We know one size doesn't fit all when it comes to addiction treatment; that's why we tailor our treatment for each patient and offer specialized programs for patients with trauma and multiple recurrences, as well as programs for older adults, first responders, and more. We believe in the power of local treatment, because families are a huge part of the treatment and recovery process at RCA. Our family program rebuilds, restores, or strengthens family relationships. Our curriculum, resources, and evidence-based care were created to help patients not just achieve recovery, but maintain it for life. All of our services and treatment are delivered by clinical expertise - that's where you come in. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you'll be a part of our exciting mission of helping millions of people jumpstart their recovery. Your medical expertise will aid in patient recovery, as you support and implement effective techniques which will make a difference in the lives of patients, their families, and communities. If you're looking for a fulfilling, life-changing job, Recovery Centers of America is the right place for you. And you're the right candidate for us Position Overview: The Licensed Practical Nurse plans, directs and coordinates medically approved programs for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, substance abuse facilities, or other institutions. May assess a patient condition and recommend a recreational activity. May assist the Registered Nurse with the nursing process with individual patients and/or groups of patients to meet their physiological, psychological, safety, and general health needs. Specific Responsibilities: Assess the physiological and behavioral health status of the patient. Completes initial assessment and develops the plan of care. Recognizes reports and acts upon reports of deviation in diagnostic studies. Accurately assesses and documents vital signs and signs of pain and ensures treatment of pain Communicates and documents client's psychosocial status. Collaborates with treatment team to include ancillary departments in order to determine appropriate treatment/discharge plan. Assists the client in understanding the nature of the disease of addiction and the need for treatment. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. Completes necessary documentation as required by organization Policies and Procedures. Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping. Follows established policies and procedures for verification of narcotic counts Administers medications according to organization policy. Verifies the MAR for correct medication and administration times. Monitors behavioral changes which may be related to medication administration. Provides courteous, high quality service to patients and members of the public by responding to requests for service or making appropriate referrals in a timely manner . Charge LPN responsibilities (if applicable): Make the assignment sheets for the shift and communicate it to staff (including staff assignment and breaks). In collaboration with the program manager/leadership team is responsible for community management ensuring a safe and efficient shift flow. In the absence of DON and/or Program Manager, ensures completion off assignments, offers mentoring and provides feedback as needed. Accepts call out notifications from staff and follows all necessary actions/steps to find coverage and ensure unit is adequately staffed for the shift. Acts as the centralized person to report on a patient's progress and/or special circumstances and concerns to the doctor or the AOC as needed. Serves as the main contact for employees /emergencies in the facility. Report personnel and administrative issues to DON/ leadership In collaboration with DON/leadership, informs staff of changes in protocols and procedures. Has the ability to prioritize and adapt during emergencies. Education and Experience: Up to date and active State Practical Nursing license is required . One year of experience in a substance abuse treatment or behavioral hospital is preferred Knowledge of health care, detoxification process, addiction, co-occurring disorders and DSM Criteria. Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Impact and influence: works effectively with and through others including those whom there is no formal authority over. Decision-making: makes good decisions based on sound understanding and evaluation of relevant information; gathers information and involves others as appropriate Customer Service: Demonstrates concern for meeting internal and external customers' needs in a manner that provides satisfaction for the customer within the resources that can be made available. Problem Solving: Identifies problems, involves others in seeking solutions, conducts appropriate analyses , searches for best solutions; responds quickly to new challenges. Communication: Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others , has good listening skills. Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected. Please note: A former patient may not be hired at the same location where they were treated until a minimum of one year has elapsed since the completion of their treatment at that location. Former patients may be considered for employment at locations within RCA other than where they were treated within a year after treatment. EEOC Recovery Centers of America (RCA) provides equal opportunity in employment and in the provision of services. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hair type, texture, or style), color, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, and differences in sex development), age (40 and over), ancestry, national origin (including Limited English Proficiency), disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. State Specific Responsibilities: Follows organizational cybersecurity policies, including acceptable use, password management, and multi-factor authentication requirements. Immediately reports suspected security incidents, unauthorized access, or data breaches in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements. Maintains strict confidentiality of PHI and adheres to the principle of least privilege, accessing only the minimum necessary data required to perform job functions.

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Shift Hours 7a-730p, 7p-730a, Variable Pay Range The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay. The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience. $31.02 - $37.03 Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions. undefined Employer Privacy Policy EEO is the Law ADP Privacy Statement Artificial Intelligence Google Privacy Policy Google Terms of Service Required Always Active Functional Functional Analytics Analytics Advertising Advertising #J-18808-Ljbffr RCA - Recovery Centers of America Management Company