Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Job Description

Job Description

Ascensa Health has been serving the Atlanta community for 60 years; providing comprehensive Substance Abuse Treatment and an integrated system of care. Our mission is to provide a behavioral health system of care that sustains long term recovery from the disease of addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders and returns the at-risk individual to their families and communities. Our staff are passionate about the work we do and come together each day to make a difference in the lives of our clients and the Atlanta community.

The agency is currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to provide assessments and medical care for clients.

PT Every other Saturday 7p-7a.

PRN (must be available for 4 open shifts per month including weekends and holidays)- Detox Center

Duties include, but are not limited to :

• Assesses client’s medical issues, using good clinical judgment, and coordinates and facilitates the client’s use of most appropriate higher level of care facility to meet his / her needs, as the situation warrants. Completes case management note and interagency referral as required.
• Implements standing orders and coordinates with physician as needed.
• Input all medical information and documentation in Agency software / computer program according to agency standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge, proficiency, and flexibility in performing nursing duties in all programs throughout the agency.

Qualified candidates must have a current GA Nursing license.

EOE / Drug Free Workplace

Keywords : LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse, Substance Use Treatment, Detox, St. Jude's Recovery, health Services, Nursing, Mental health, behavioral health, Ascensa Health.