Licensed Practical Nurse

Pay Range

$31.02 – $37.03 per hour

24 or 36 hours per week

• 1st Shift (Days): 7:00 am – 7:30 pm
• 2nd Shift (Nights): 7:00 pm – 7:30 am

• $2/hr from 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
• $4/hr from 11:00 pm – 7:00 am

• Day Shift (1st): $35,000
• Night Shift (2nd): $50,000

Are you a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) seeking a meaningful role where your skills directly contribute to patient recovery? At Recovery Centers of America (RCA), we prioritize personalized, evidence-based treatment to help individuals overcome substance use disorders. Become a vital part of our team and support our mission to guide patients toward lasting recovery.

• Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients to gather case history.
• Plan and provide nursing care for patients.
• Collaborate with team members to create a therapeutic environment, utilizing verbal de‐escalation and therapeutic communication.
• Monitor patients utilizing CIWA/COWS assessments and measuring vital signs during their detoxification, providing medication as ordered and contacted medical providers when necessary.
• Consult with medical and other behavioral healthcare staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for patients.
• Prepare paperwork and medications for patients discharging next shift.
• Administer and note reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications.
• Arrange further medical attention when necessary.

• Current LPN license in the state of Massachusetts (or the ability to get licensed)
• Previous experience working in behavioral health or addiction is preferred, but not required
• Familiarity with CIWA/COWS assessments preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of health care, detoxification process, addiction, co‑occurring disorders and DSM criteria and terminology preferred
• Availability to work rotating weekends, Saturday and Sunday.
• Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar.
• Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification responds well to questions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; thorough knowledge of facility proprietary systems.

• Competitive compensation with shift differentials.
• Comprehensive benefits packages, encompassing medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Professional development opportunities through ongoing training and advancement programs.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture where many of our team members share a deep personal connection to recovery.

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.

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.

• 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.