LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
ascension recovery servicesColumbus, IN
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
ascension recovery servicesColumbus, IN
2 days ago
Industries
Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse CentersPsychiatric and Substance Abuse HospitalsNursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)About the role
LPN - Licensed Practical NurseSHIFT OPTIONS & SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS AVAILABLEFull-time, we offer a 3-day workweek with 12-hour shifts to support work-life balance and focus. PRN positions also available Night Shift: 6:00pm 6:30amDay Shift: 6:00am - 6:30pmAbout Our Company Join a team that's changing lives. At Indiana Treatment Center, Columbus and our affiliated treatment centers, we are building something differentprograms that deliver exceptional, person-centered care and restore hope for individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use and mental health disorders. Our work is grounded in trauma-informed care, compassion, and integrity, and every team member plays a meaningful role in a client's recovery journey. Whether you're bedside in medical, guiding clinical programming, supporting recovery services, or ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, you'll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that shows up for one another and the people we serve. We offer modern, well-trained workplaces, opportunities for growth, and leadership that invests in your success. If you're looking for a place where your work truly mattersand where you'll make a lasting impactthis is it. We're glad you're considering joining our team.
About the Role:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a key member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, delivering compassionate nursing care to individuals recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Under the supervision of an RN or clinical supervisor, the LPN assists with medical coordination, monitors patient health, administers medications, and ensures a safe and therapeutic environment that supports client recovery. This role plays a crucial part in maintaining clinical quality, promoting patient stability, and contributing to a trauma-informed, recovery-focused milieu.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Support:
Provide direct nursing care and support under the direction of an RN or clinical supervisor.
Conduct basic nursing assessments and promptly report significant findings to supervising staff.
Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
Monitor vital signs, withdrawal symptoms, and patient stability; escalate concerns appropriately.
Provide patient education and support as part of discharge planning.
Care Coordination & Collaboration:
Collaborate with the treatment team to support individualized nursing care plans.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and contribute observations regarding patient progress.
Serve as a supportive point of contact for patients and families within the LPN scope of practice.
Medication & Inventory Management:
Assist in monitoring and maintaining medication inventory.
Ensure safe storage, accurate documentation, and compliance with medication handling policies.
Support MAR (Medication Administration Record) processes, including documentation and reconciliation.
Documentation & Compliance:
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the patient medical record in compliance with facility policies and state/federal regulations.
Uphold infection control practices and safety standards.
Support ongoing program compliance and regulatory readiness efforts.
Milieu Support:
Help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment within residential or detox units.
Support crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts under the direction of RNs and clinical leadership.
Assist with other duties or special projects that contribute to smooth clinical operations.
Minimum Qualifications:
Active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment (required).Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program (required).Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
12 years of experience in behavioral health, SUD treatment, psychiatric care, or residential/inpatient healthcare.
Experience working in a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed setting.
Work Conditions / Physical & Mental Requirements
Work Environment: Primarily indoors in a climate-controlled clinical environment.
Physical Demands:
Regular standing, walking, sitting, bending, and repetitive tasks such as documentation or vitals checks. May involve lifting, transferring, or repositioning patients (
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Mid
Location
Columbus, IN
Occupation
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Industry
Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers
Posted
2 days ago
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