Detox Nurse 3rd Shift - Lpn

Ascend Ministries has an opening for a 3rd shift LPN detox nurse!

Ascend Ministries offers a Christian faith based long term rehabilitation program, and state licensed detox, short term treatment and outpatient programs for individuals struggling with substance use disorder.

The 3rd Shift LPN Nurse will be responsible for:

• Patient care supervision working primarily in a drug detoxification capacity.
• Assist in assessment and medical triage of patients.
• Assist in identification of medical, emotional, and social needs of the patient throughout the treatment process.
• Assess medical and psychological problems and report significant findings to the physician and appropriate counselor.
• Complete initial medical and nutritional assessment, and chemical dependency and suicide history along with charting patient care.
• Monitoring self-medication program and provide appropriate education to staff and clients in the treatment program.
• Administer TB tests to clients and staff in accordance with PA Department of Health.

• Proof of negative TB
• Must be able to perform physical requirements of the job
• Previous work in ER or other high activity center a plus
• Education:
  
  LPN (licensed practical nurse) or RN (registered nurse) license in good standing
• Must support the Christian mission and values of the ministry.
• If in recovery, 2 years substance free preferred
• Comfortable being a Christian mentor to others

Ascend Ministries is a parachurch organization, meaning we are supported by the church. Our mission is Christian in nature and we work closely with churches from a variety of denominations. The organization recognizes that employees may hold a wide range of personal beliefs, values and commitments, however the ideal candidate for employment should have an understanding and appreciation for the mission of Ascend Ministries.

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

• Sigmund Aura

• Inpatient

• Upon starting work

• +1:7

• Nurses wear own scrubs

• No

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $28.00-$30.00 per hour

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Second shift

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

• Are you comfortable working in a highly activity environment with individuals in recovery

• LPN or RN license (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• detox or other similar: 1 year (Preferred)

• LPN or RN license (Required)

• Rehrersburg, PA 19550 (Required)

Work Location:

In person