NEW GRAD Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Loveland, CO

Facility: Northpoint Colorado (Adult inpatient)

Schedule: Alternating Sun/Mon/Tues and Tues/Wed/Thurs 6pm-6:30am MST

Compensation: $30-39/hour + Shift Differential

About Northpoint Recovery

Northpoint Recovery is a leading behavioral healthcare provider offering evidence-based treatment for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders, and mental health treatment for adolescents. Operating under an in-network, commercial insurance model, Northpoint has grown from two facilities to seventeen across the Western U.S. Core values include humility, heart, inspiration, and conviction. The mission is saving lives and restoring relationships by helping people get their lives back and treating every individual with empathy and respect.

Position Summary

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will provide and oversee medical services for a caseload of patients. You will act as the medical treatment plan coordinator for the multi-disciplinary team in the development and implementation of the master treatment plan and discharge plan. You will communicate with support staff, treatment teams, providers, and outside agencies on treatment and safety issues pertaining to patients and their family members. This role operates under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider and performs duties according to established patient care protocols, standards, and procedures. All documentation must be completed in a professional and timely manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors, and communicate significant observations to the multidisciplinary team.
• Administer medications to patients and engage in the education process.
• Utilize de-escalation skills when exposed to volatile patients to maintain personal safety.
• Provide admission, orientation, education, and discharge plans to patients, families, and others.
• Consult with the multidisciplinary treatment team in the development of treatment plans and discharge planning.
• Participate in the maintenance of a clean, orderly, and safe environment, and report needs for repairs and maintenance.
• Handle admissions and discharges of patients.
• Obtain vital signs, monitor symptoms, and document in the patient record.
• Comply with all laws, regulations, and scope of licensure.
• Monitor patients on an ongoing basis to continually assess needs and facilitate medical treatment and interventions.
• Document medical assessment, diagnosis, progress notes, roundings, and other treatment planning items in a timely manner.
• Actively participate as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and maintain effective working relationships.
• Maintain professional boundaries with patients at all times.
• Oversee and participate in the quality assurance and compliance activities of the facility.
• Provide medical updates to utilization review and representatives of managed care to coordinate reimbursement of treatment services.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies and procedures and standards of care.
• Perform other clinically appropriate services and special projects as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Knowledge of computer and electronic medical records systems (KIPU preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state where services are rendered.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Current and nationally accredited CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
• Enthusiasm, passion for working with people, and an internal drive to improve the lives of individuals in our care.
• Must maintain applicable state licensure requirements throughout duration of employment.
• Ability to work with a diverse population along with interpersonal skills and knowledge required for treating patients in the area of assigned specialty.
• Demonstrated ability to hold strong personal boundaries and ability to build rapport with patients.
• Must understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the respective licensure governing board.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent organizational abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Patient service oriented (both internal and external).
• Creative and persistent problem solver.
• Able to handle confidential material in a reliable manner.
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations and confidential information.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.

Full-Time Benefits

• Subsidized Health Insurance Coverage for Employee, Spouse, & Dependent(s)
• 100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance equal to 1x annual salary, up to $100,000
• 100% Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life & AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
• Pre-tax Savings Accounts for all IRS-allowable medical and dependent care expenses.
• Generous Paid Time Off plan.
• Employee Referral Bonuses.
• 401K Retirement Plan & Employer Match.