Nurse Residential Treatment Facility - LPN

Full Time License Practical Nurse – New Day Recovery

New Day Recovery is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to care for our patients in our newly acquired residential facility in West Monroe, LA. New Day Recovery is guided by a philosophy where hope, respect, and personal dignity serve as the catalysts for rebirth and transformation. It is our belief that when individuals are spiritually alive, mentally clear and alert, emotionally stable, and physically fit, they cannot help but maintain a socially balanced lifestyle.

To achieve this, New Day Recovery seeks to provide the highest quality care that is grounded in evidence-based practices while, at the same time, providing a sense of connection and belonging for those who come through our doors seeking a new day and a new life. Join our team to help save patients’ lives.

• Acts as the second nurse on duty to help maintain a safe and comfortable milieu for clients.
• Assists with the admission and discharge procedures, which may include the completion of paperwork, urinalysis collection, administering a tuberculosis skin test, contacting emergency contacts, etc.
• Document in the individual’s chart the results of the nursing assessment, treatment plan, physician’s orders, progress notes and other individual-related data.
• Assists nursing staff on duty with monitoring for signs and symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal.
• Provide medically monitored evaluation and withdrawal management to individuals served in the Detoxification Unit under the supervision of the Director of Nursing.
• Maintains hygienic and safe work environment in compliance with healthcare procedures.
• Maintains all necessary documentation and charting.
• Updates and maintain accurate Medication Administration Records.
• Performs scheduled medication administration.
• Obtains vital signs if/when necessary.
• Maintains professional boundaries with clients and interacts with them in an appropriate manner.
• All other related duties as assigned.