LPN (Behavioral Health)

TL;DR

LPN (Behavioral Health): Administering methadone and providing patient care in an addiction treatment setting with an accent on medication accountability and patient assessment. Focus on ensuring regulatory compliance, monitoring patient progress, and maintaining accurate dosing records.

Location: On-site in New Orleans, LA, USA

Salary: $25 - $28 Hourly

Company

The largest network of Joint Commission-accredited treatment centers and a leading provider of opioid addiction treatment services across the USA.

What you will do

• Administer methadone according to prescriptions and ensure strict medication accountability.
• Evaluate and assess new and current patients to determine treatment appropriateness.
• Collect urine specimens, perform tests, and record results accurately.
• Collaborate with counselors and the medical team to monitor patient progress and dosing.
• Ensure the treatment center meets DEA and accreditation standards.
• Train new nursing staff and implement quality health standards.

Requirements

• Licensed as LPN/LVN or RN in the state of employment.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in chemical addiction (preferred).
• Accurate data entry skills and basic computing knowledge.
• Ability to work independently under pressure and interact with patients with mental health diagnoses.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible schedules with early in/early out hours, no nights, and no Sundays.
• Comprehensive health, life, vision, and dental insurance programs.
• Competitive 401K match and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off, holidays, and quarterly bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program and a dedicated self-care series.