Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Louisville, Kentucky
Getwell Healthsystems is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) center serving individuals receiving methadone treatment for opioid use disorder.
- Shift and hours
- Monday-Friday, 5:00 AM-12:00 PM5 shifts · 35 hours a week
- Unit and setting
- medication-assisted treatment (MAT) center · Clinic individuals receiving methadone treatment for opioid use disorder
- License
- LPN or LVN license Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in Kentucky.unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) license
- Term
- PermanentFull-Time
Do you qualify?
- License
- unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) license Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in Kentucky. Check your license
- Experience
- experience with medication administration and clinical documentation Experience with medication administration and clinical documentation.
- Also asks
- knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements.
- Also asks
- strong attention to detail and ability to follow medication and safety protocols Strong attention to detail and ability to follow medication and safety protocols.
- Also asks
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Also asks
- ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Also asks
- reliable attendance and punctuality for early morning schedule Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential due to the early morning schedule.
Preferred
- Experience
- experience in a methadone clinic, opioid treatment program (OTP), medication-assisted treatment (MAT), behavioral health, addiction treatment, or related healthcare setting
What it pays
- Pay reviews
- based on experience and qualifications $25.00-$30.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits
- BenefitsComprehensive benefits packageComprehensive Benefits Package
- BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision benefitsMedical, dental, and vision benefits
- BenefitsPaid time offPaid time off
- BenefitsPaid holidaysPaid holidays
- BenefitsRetirement benefitsRetirement benefits
- BenefitsAdditional employee benefits as provided by Getwell HealthsystemsAdditional employee benefits as provided by Getwell Healthsystems
More benefits (4)
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- medication administration, patient monitoring, documentation, and day-to-day nursing care
- Day to day
- administer methadone and other medications according to orders and protocols Administer methadone and other medications according to provider orders, clinical protocols, and applicable regulations.
- Day to day
- verify patient identity and medication orders Verify patient identity and medication orders prior to medication administration.
- Day to day
- monitor patients for medication response, adverse reactions, and condition changes Monitor patients for medication response, adverse reactions, and changes in condition.
- Day to day
- obtain and document vital signs and required clinical information Obtain and document vital signs and other required clinical information.
- Day to day
- maintain accurate and timely patient records and medication documentation Maintain accurate and timely patient records and medication documentation.
- Day to day
- observe and report changes in patient condition to medical provider Observe and report changes in patient condition to the appropriate medical provider.
- Day to day
- assist with patient intake, assessments, and routine nursing procedures Assist with patient intake, assessments, and routine nursing procedures as assigned.
- Day to day
- follow requirements related to controlled-substance handling and MAT Follow all federal, state, and organizational requirements related to controlled-substance handling and medication-assisted treatment.
- Day to day
- maintain medication security and accurate inventory records Maintain medication security and accurate medication inventory records.
- Day to day
- provide respectful, compassionate, and nonjudgmental patient care Provide respectful, compassionate, and nonjudgmental patient care.
- Day to day
- maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA and organizational policies Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
- Day to day
- communicate with providers, counselors, nurses, and treatment team members Communicate effectively with providers, counselors, nurses, and other members of the treatment team.
- Day to day
- follow infection-control, safety, and emergency procedures Follow infection-control, safety, and emergency procedures.
- Day to day
- perform other nursing duties as assigned Perform other nursing duties as assigned.
- Weekends
- No weekends
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Getwell Healthsystems Location: Louisville Downtown Metro Area, Louisville, KY
Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Pay: $25.00–$30.00 per hour
- Employment Type: Full-Time
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package
About the Position
Getwell Healthsystems is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) center serving individuals receiving methadone treatment for opioid use disorder.
The LPN will support the clinical team with medication administration, patient monitoring, documentation, and day-to-day nursing care while maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for patients.
Key Responsibilities
Administer methadone and other medications according to provider orders, clinical protocols, and applicable regulations. Verify patient identity and medication orders prior to medication administration. Monitor patients for medication response, adverse reactions, and changes in condition.
Obtain and document vital signs and other required clinical information. Maintain accurate and timely patient records and medication documentation. Observe and report changes in patient condition to the appropriate medical provider.
Assist with patient intake, assessments, and routine nursing procedures as assigned. Follow all federal, state, and organizational requirements related to controlled-substance handling and medication-assisted treatment. Maintain medication security and accurate medication inventory records.
Provide respectful, compassionate, and nonjudgmental patient care. Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies. Communicate effectively with providers, counselors, nurses, and other members of the treatment team.
Follow infection-control, safety, and emergency procedures. Perform other nursing duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in Kentucky. Previous experience in a methadone clinic, opioid treatment program (OTP), medication-assisted treatment (MAT), behavioral health, addiction treatment, or related healthcare setting is preferred. Experience with medication administration and clinical documentation.
Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow medication and safety protocols. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential due to the early morning schedule.
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–12:00 PM
Compensation & Benefits
$25.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Full-time employment Comprehensive benefits package Medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off Paid holidays Retirement benefits Additional employee benefits as provided by Getwell Healthsystems
Equal Opportunity
Getwell Healthsystems is committed to providing a professional, respectful, and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and organizational needs.
What's around it?
Louisville, KY
Living costs about 10% below the US average