LPN

Job Description

Job Description

All Points North (APN) is hiring an experienced LPN for a full-time day shift position at our Edwards, CO facility.

Work schedule-3/12s, alternating weekends are required.

Broad Statement of Responsibilities: The LPN provides direct patient care in both Residential and PHP settings for individuals with behavioral health and substance use conditions. This role includes nursing assessments, medication management, withdrawal monitoring, and interdisciplinary coordination. The LPN is also responsible for ensuring clients are medically supported before, during, and after participation in Plus Services such as DTM (Deep TMS), Ketamine Therapy, Neurofeedback, and HBOT (Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy).

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: This position requires a bachelor’s degree or associate degree in nursing. Must also possess a nursing license in the state of Colorado. Training in trauma-informed care, psychiatric nursing, or dual diagnosis treatment.

Experience: 2+ years in mental health, substance use treatment, detox, or medical-surgical nursing. Familiarity with integrated care models and Plus Services is highly valued.

Special Skills & Knowledge: Candidates should have the following skills and attributes: must be able to work and communicate well with people; be adaptable, and accept changes quickly and easily; be willing to address conflict appropriately. Basic computer skills are required with Microsoft Office Suite and web-based products knowledge a bonus.

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Routine mobility includes standing, stooping, bending, lifting, walking and running.
• Regularly required to sit and work at a phone/computer work station
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Materials & Equipment: Copy machine, Multi-line telephone, personal computer, and fax machine

Essential Requirements:
• High moral and ethical values
• Willingness to be open to learning and growing
• Articulate, with interpersonal skills to work as an integral part of a team.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, appropriate references, and transcript from an accredited university.
• Appropriate interpersonal/personal boundaries
• Maturity of judgment and behavior.
• Ability to remain flexible to accommodate changes in work schedule.
• Adapts effectively to new situations

Position Duties and Responsibilities- Include but not limited to:

· Take and monitor vital signs, observe for detox or withdrawal symptoms, and report any clinical changes.

· Administer medications accurately, monitor for side effects, and provide patient education on prescribed treatments.

· Develop and implement individualized care plans that reflect client needs, preferences, and clinical goals.

· Coordinate and prepare clients for Plus Services (Ketamine, DTM, Neurofeedback, HBOT, Etc.), and monitor them before and after sessions.

· Monitor clients before and after sessions for clinical stability, side effects, or required follow-up.

· Act as a liaison between medical, therapeutic, and Plus Services teams to ensure continuity, safety, and optimal integration into overall care.

· Perform and assist with clinical procedures such as wound care, IV therapy, and specimen collection.

· Educate clients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and health maintenance techniques.

· Engage in trauma-informed interventions and maintain a respectful, client-centered approach to care.

· Participate in nursing rounds and interdisciplinary treatment team meetings to ensure coordinated care.

· Respond promptly to clinical issues and emergencies using approved crisis intervention protocols.

· Maintain accurate and timely documentation (e.g., EMR notes, MARs, assessments, outcomes) in accordance with legal and regulatory standards.

· Ensure medical supplies are properly stocked and the environment remains clean and safe.

· Collaborate with providers, therapists, case managers, and Plus Services staff to support holistic care delivery.

· Advocate for clients’ rights, preferences, and dignity throughout their treatment experience.

· Contribute to ongoing quality improvement efforts within the nursing and medical departments.

· Pursue continuing education and maintain clinical competency in behavioral health and integrative therapies.