Licensed Practical Nurse

Mission: Change Lives With Recovery Innovations! Our mission is to empower people on their journey to recovery, helping them achieve their goals, rediscover meaning and purpose in life, and reconnect with themselves and their communities.

Vision: Revolutionize healthcare by pioneering innovative solutions that go beyond behavioral health, empowering people to thrive in the communities where they live, work, and play.

Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Type: Full‑Time / Non‑Exempt

Shift: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm (Rotating Schedule)

Location: Crisis – NC Durham 309 Crutchfield Street

Hourly Wage: $27.00 – $29.00 per hour

Sign‑On Bonus: $2,000

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and as part of a multi‑disciplinary clinical team. The LPN identifies the need for medical attention, alerts the Physician and/or RN of medical concerns and ensures comprehensive care for each individual.

• Guest Care & Advocacy:
  • Provides education regarding diabetic care, psychiatric medication and other medical needs to enhance individual health and wellbeing.
  • Coordinates care including assisting individuals with making medical and/or other provider appointments as needed.
• Compliance &
  
  Risk Management:
  • Assists with intake process.
  • Collects blood or urine specimens and arranges transport to lab as ordered.
  • Monitors care of individuals to include monitoring of medications under the supervision of the RN.
  • Oversees and maintains medication records in accordance with policy and State regulations.
  • Completes clinical documentation as required.
  • Keeps abreast of all federal and state regulations and laws and all Recovery Innovations policies and procedures as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
  • Understands and adheres to Recovery Innovations compliance standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policies.
• Cross Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  • Provides support to Medical Assistants and other staff as needed, which includes treatment and discharge planning.
• Additional Duties:
  • Performs other related duties assigned.

We invest in you through a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive health, dental, and vision insurance, mental health resources, wellness programs, a strong retirement plan with company matching, generous paid time off, and ongoing opportunities for professional development and training.

• Education / Licenses:
  • Graduation from an accredited LPN program.
  • Current and valid LPN license.
• Experience:
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting.
  • Thorough comprehension of psychiatric nursing preferred.
  • Knowledge of psychiatric medications and their indications, common side effects, reactions and interactions.
  • Ability to work with agitated guests in crisis and their families to implement behavioral management interventions.
• Skills:
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Problem‑solving.
  • Effective verbal and written communication.
  • Excellent clinical documentation skills.
  • Must be able to pass de‑escalation training, as defined by state requirements.
• Driving Requirements:
  • If driving is required for this position, must meet all requirements outlined in Recovery Innovations driving policy.
  • If not qualified to drive per driving policy, a Non‑Driver Attestation form must be signed.
• Miscellaneous Requirements:
  • Must be at least 18 years old unless residing in a state where funder or government regulations set a different minimum age requirement.
  • Travel required based on business need.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality (HIPAA guidelines and regulations) and professionalism.
  • Successful completion of the comprehensive credentialing process if applicable.
  • We are a Second‑Chance
    
    Employer:
    • Must pass a seven‑year background check.
    • Must pass substance abuse testing and/or tuberculous testing if applicable.
    • Must pass education verification check.
    • Must obtain designated fingerprinting clearance in applicable states.
    • Must pass a three‑year motor vehicle report and meet minimum eligibility requirements of the insurance carrier if driving is…