LPN

Salary: $35.00 - $40.00

Who are we?

Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center, a company of Porch Light Health is a local leader in outpatient treatment of Opioid Use Disorders and other addictive disorders. We foster a family environment where patients are treated with compassion and honesty. We believe that addiction is a chronic relapsing brain disease. Our staff is passionate about helping other people. We offer Medication Assisted Treatment and behavioral health services. We believe there is life beyond addiction and strive to help our patients discover their purpose and community in a healthy environment. We are looking for people who are willing to work in a fast paced medical environment.

Job Description:

We are seeking a LPN to provide PRN assistance for our clinics. This is to provide Methadone dosing and related services. Experience in administering schedule II Narcotics is preferred. Porch Light Health is a local leader in outpatient treatment of Opioid Use Disorders and other addictive disorders. We foster a healthy environment where patients are treated with compassion and honesty.

Responsibilities:

• Nurse works under the supervision of the Director of nursing and the clinical Manager.
• Nurse is responsible for the safe and the efficient dispensing and administering of Methadone to opioid dependent clients.:
• Documentation of medical and clinical records and observations, records keeping regarding Methadone inventory and control. Works in close coordination with other treatment team members.
• Interested candidates should have a strong interest in working in substance abuse field, be a team player, be organized, and have a strong interpersonal communication skills and be dependable.

Requirements:

• LPN or RN from an accredited university nursing school licensed through the Colorado Board Of Nursing.
• 1-2 years experience as a Methadone Dispensing Nurse

Job Types: Full time

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: PRN

Clinic Hours are daily from 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM M-F and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Saturday

Work Location:In person, out-patient clinic Lakewood

Anticipated Application Window - This role is anticipated to close within 30 days from the date of posting. However, if the position has not been filled, PLH may keep the application period open longer.