Licensed Practical Nurse - Bedrock
- Canton, MA, United States
$34 to $41 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $34 to $41 USD / hour
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- Experience
- 1+ year of experience as a staff nurse.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Our mission. Northeast Recovery is a network of Drug and Alcohol Addiction Treatment Facilities. We provide multiple levels of care to those who are prepared to start their journey to recovery.
We are looking for a full time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Bedrock Recovery Center in Canton, MA.
Schedule: Day shift shift (7 PM - 7 AM)
Salary: $34-$41 per hour (depending on experience)
LPN Job Summary: Under the guidance of the Nursing Director, the LPN will provide exceptional nursing care to each client based on his/her individualized needs.
LPN responsibilities:
- Provides nursing care to clients enrolled in our inpatient treatment program.
- Prepares and monitors medications and treatments.
- Documents required information, including medications and dosage in KIPU, our EMR system.
- Performs all nursing responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures.
- Observes and evaluates the physical and emotional status of clients and takes immediate action when necessary.
- Assists and coordinates nursing care with the Medical and Clinical team.
- Works with the multi-disciplinary team on the client's recovery plan. The LPN will participate and contribute to this plan by assessing and documenting the client's overall physical condition or changes, daily.
LPN Requirements
- Knowledge of addiction and the 12-Step Recovery Program.
- Knowledge of emergency procedures used in the event of alcohol and/or drug overdose including First Aid, CPR and Narcan administering.
- Knowledge of Federal, State and Municipal laws and/or regulations that regulate the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction. This includes Confidentiality, Patient Rights, Professional Code of Ethics and Discrimination
- Demonstrates excellent proficiency in communication, observation & written skills.
- Ability to lift or push 20 pounds or more.
- Employee may be required to stand and/or move throughout a large portion of the shift.
LPN Experience:
- 1+ year of experience as a staff nurse.
- Experience working with substance use patients or in recovery setting preferred.
LPN Required Qualifications/Licensure & Certifications:
- Current Massachusetts LPN License
- CPR Certified required
Why Work for Us! We provide an environment where our employees can grow and advance professionally, with a healthy balance between work and personal lives. Our biggest investment is our employees. We recognize and reward hard work by promoting from within when possible. We pay competitively and offer a variety of benefits to meet your wellness and financial needs.
Qualifications
- Current Massachusetts LPN License
- CPR Certified required
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Skills
- LPN
- EMR
- Infection prevention and control
- First Aid
- CPR
- Communication skills