Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN
Listed on 2025-12-23
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Mental Health Nurse, Nursing Home, LPN/LVN
Join our compassionate team at the Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment, a non‑profit organization dedicated to enhancing community health through addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery services. We are looking for an LPN to support our Detox & Withdrawal Management Unit.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing high‑quality nursing care to patients dealing with withdrawal symptoms and looking for their first steps toward recovery. Your efforts will help foster a supportive environment as you collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to ensure effective treatment and recovery.
Learn more about what it's like working as a nurse with us. Here it straight from our nursing team:
Meet Our Nurses!
Under the supervision of Registered Nurses, Assistant Medical Director, and Treatment Director this individual will intake, monitor, and medicate individuals with acute withdrawal symptoms. You will work as a part of inter‑disciplinary team providing support for patients as the transition within Detox & Withdrawal Management as well as participate in discharging patients out of the program or to other levels of care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate medical and nursing care of all patients.
- Explain procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation understanding and to alleviate apprehension.
- Refer patients to other team members when needs are beyond the scope of practical nursing.
- Order necessary medical supplies.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with Assistant Medical Director instruction and approved nursing standards and recording dosages.
- Coordinate referrals for patients and follow up on medical referrals.
- Respond to life‑threatening situations based on nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Provide health education to patients.
- Document clearly and completely services provided, patient response and any changes noted.
- Document patient history and biopsychosocial status. Document care provided and maintain patient medical records; complete and ensure required forms are completed accurately and completely.
- Maintain knowledge of and compliance of applicable federal and state regulations and laws, as well as policies and procedures regarding medication dispensing and narcotic treatment.
- Assist with history and physicals and intakes as required.
- Receive medical orders and ensure they are documented and understood by other staff.
- Maintain absolute control and tracking of all medical paperwork involving patient changes, lab results, medical provider orders, phase/level changes, and verbal orders.
- Participate in regular nursing meetings and trainings.
- This individual must have a certificate in nursing from a college or technical school.
- Must have a current License for Practical Nursing certified by the MN Board of Nursing.
- Must have training in co‑occurring disorders.
- Must be CPR and First Aid certified or obtain it before direct patient contact.
- Must pass background studies issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
- Prior experience working in a behavioral health setting
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment setting is a bonus.
- Experience with acute withdrawal patients.
This position is designated for 1st Shift, 6:45am to 3:00pm with weekend rotation.
Compensation and BenefitsWe offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your health, well‑being, and professional growth. All benefits listed are eligible for full‑time employees, and part‑time employees receive a reduced benefit package.
- Hourly Pay: $24-$32 per hour, dependent on experience.
- Health Insurance:
Comprehensive coverage with 80% employer contribution toward the lowest‑cost Gold Plans. - Dental & Vision Insurance:
Coverage options available for both dental and vision care. - Paid Time Off (PTO):
Generous paid time off to support work‑life balance. - Paid Holidays: 10 paid holidays each year.
- Development Time:
Dedicated paid time for professional development and continuing education. - Retirement Plans:
- 401(k) & Roth IRA: 4% employer base contribution, plus an additional 4% employer…
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