Licensed Practical Nurse

Position Summary:

The nursing staff is responsible for providing nursing care in accordance with established policy and medical protocols, conducting screenings and nursing assessments, overseeing medication observation/administration, providing routine nursing care and coordinating with the attending physician(s).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides support and supervision to LPN staff as needed.
• Monitors and reports vital signs, withdrawal symptoms and medication administration, and documents progress in the patients chart on a daily basis
• Completes admission assessments, screens, nursing assessments, and other documentation as required by established policy.
• Communicates the results of admission assessments to the physician to ensure appropriateness of client admission and treatment
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans, including monitoring activities to stabilize and manage withdrawals
• Monitor client progress for potential side effects, communicating with medical staff as needed
• Monitors comfort level daily, and provides appropriate care to assist client throughout the detoxification process.
• Assists the Physician/ARNP/PA as needed during medical exams and evaluations.
• Effectively communicates concerns about patient health to the Medical staff and follows up as necessary.
• Assists in educating patients about health problems and medical care.
• Facilitates medication education for new patients and for all other patients starting new medications
• Coordinates with program clinical team as necessary to provide information about patient medical problems
• Documents verbal orders from Medical staff as appropriate
• Observes and administers medications as appropriate
• Conducts waived testing, as needed

Qualifications/Experience:

• Graduated from accredited college with a degree in nursing
• Active RN or LPN license in Georgia
• Minimum of 1 years experience in a chemical dependency/psychiatric setting, preferably in a detoxification environment.
• Experience working with insurance companies, prior authorizations, or medical documentation processes preferred.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of healthcare workflows, medication management processes, and insurance authorization systems.
• Ability to manage multiple administrative and clinical coordination tasks while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail, particularly related to medical documentation and insurance forms.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, providers, pharmacies, employers, and insurance carriers.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and adherence to confidentiality and HIPAA standards.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems and medical office software.
• Ability to problem-solve and proactively address barriers to patient care.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach when assisting individuals receiving behavioral health and substance use treatment.
• Understanding of outpatient medical, psychiatric, and substance use treatment environments.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person