Licensed Practical Nurse - (LPN)

About Southeast Addiction Center Nashville

Southeast Addiction Center Nashville provides comprehensive addiction and mental health treatment services, helping individuals build a foundation for lasting recovery through evidence-based care, compassionate support, and personalized treatment programs.

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will play a vital role in supporting our medical providers through clinical coordination, medication management, patient care, and administrative nursing responsibilities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with daily clinical operations.
• Coordinate patient scheduling for medical and psychiatric appointments.
• Perform and document patient vital signs.
• Collect and process urine drug screens.
• Assist with medication ordering, medication refills, prior authorizations, and medication reconciliation.
• Monitor medication inventory and communicate medication-related concerns to providers.
• Assist patients with Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Short-Term Disability (STD), and other medical paperwork.
• Coordinate laboratory orders and communicate results to providers when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Collaborate with providers, nursing staff, and administrative personnel to ensure continuity of care.
• Respond to patient questions and coordinate follow-up care.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, state regulations, and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health, addiction medicine, primary care, or outpatient settings is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR).
• Ability to work independently while functioning effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with medication management and refill requests.
• Familiarity with urine drug screening protocols.
• Knowledge of controlled substance regulations.
• Experience assisting with disability and FMLA paperwork.

Benefits

• Monday-Friday schedule
• No nights or weekends
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (if applicable)
• Professional growth and development opportunities