LPN

Job Description

Job Description

At Pinnacle Treatment Centers, we provide compassionate, comprehensive treatment for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Nurse to join our clinical team. In this role, you will be on the front lines of patient care, ensuring medical safety while fostering a therapeutic environment built on trust and professional excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct Patient Care: Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and provide medical assessments tailored to patients in various stages of recovery and withdrawal.
• De-escalation & Crisis Management: Utilize strong verbal de-escalation skills to manage challenging behaviors and maintain a calm, safe environment for both patients and staff.
• Clinical Documentation: Maintain consistent, accurate, and timely electronic health records (EHR). Your documentation will be the backbone of our clinical compliance and patient progress tracking.
• Professional Boundaries: Maintain a high standard of professional ethics, ensuring clear boundaries are established and upheld within the therapeutic relationship.
• Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including counselors, medical directors, and case managers, to provide holistic care.

What Makes a Great Candidate?

We are looking for more than just clinical skills; we are looking for a professional who understands the nuances of behavioral health.

• Expert Communicator: You have a proven history of using de-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts peacefully.
• Detail-Oriented: You take pride in your charts. You understand that "if it wasn't documented, it didn't happen," and you ensure every entry is precise and prompt.
• Steadfast Ethics: You possess a solid understanding of professional boundaries, navigating the complexities of patient rapport with maturity and clinical integrity.
• Resilience: You thrive in demanding environments and remain composed under pressure.

Why Pinnacle Treatment Centers?

Join a team that values your expertise and supports your growth. We offer competitive benefits, a supportive leadership structure, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of those in our community.

Benefits:

• Shift differential for nights and weekends.
• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401k with company match
• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Discount tuition and scholarship opportunities through Capella University

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensure: Valid, unencumbered RN or LPN license in the state of practice.
• Experience: Prior experience in behavioral health, detox, or substance abuse treatment is highly preferred.
• Certifications: BLS/CPR certification required.