LPN

Company: Wellbridge Addiction Treatment And Research
Location: Calverton
Posted on: April 5, 2026

Job Description:

Wellbridge is committed to creating an environment where those struggling with substance use disorders can find hope, healing, and a path toward recovery. We believe in prioritizing patient-centered care, ensuring that each person who walks through our doors receives the utmost compassion and support on their journey to wellness. We invite you to explore a career with Wellbridge and are proud to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits including lifestyle perks such as free cafeteria service and an on-site gym/wellness center! LPN - Full Time. 6p-6:30a Nights or 6a-6:30p Days POSITION SUMMARY Provides high quality on-site nursing support to all treatment programs as directed and ensures a safe and therapeutic environment of care. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Assisthealthcare team with inpatient services including interviewing patients, vital signs, height and weight, data entry into an electronic medical record Perform select clinical tests including, but not limited to urine drug screening, pregnancy tests and blood glucose monitoring Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly Demonstrate infection control procedures and follow universal precautions Administer and document medication under physician’s order and follow protocols for safety and reduction of medical errors. Participate in the controlled substance counts per protocol Assist physicians with office-based procedures such as administration of intramuscular injections Observe, record, and report changes in patients’ condition. Organize exam rooms, including general cleaning, upkeep, andre-stocking ofsupplies. Field clinically related telephone calls and responds Maintain understanding of current treatments, knowledge, and practices in addiction care. Work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing and other nursing colleagues to develop personalized treatment plans and model patient-centeredness, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner Support the efforts of the Wellbridge research team to implement program improvement. Manage and promote relationships with academic and research institutions to promote addiction research and training. Participate in regular clinical team meetings Work closely with the clinical and advocacy teams to coordinate services to patients Maintain a safe and caring environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner and consistent with Wellbridge mission, vision and values OTHER DUTIES: This job description is intended to provide general guidance and not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of relevant activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Ability to assess medical needs and provide patient care. For patient care needs, this is an on-site role. Consistently move self about patient care areas. Occasionally lift and move medical equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds without assistance. Ability to verbally communicate related to patient care. Consistent computer and phone, general office equipment use. Update medical records while in a stationary position up to 30% of the time. QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited LPN program Current license to practice as an LPN in New York State. Current certificates for BLS and Infection Control Clinical competences in phlebotomy and point-of-care (POC) testing Experience providing treatment for addiction and co-occurring mental healthdisorders,stabilization and withdrawal management settings is preferred. Familiarity with all relevant healthcare standards: OASAS, ASAM, JCAHO, etc. Ability to assess, plan,implementand evaluate nursing care according to individual needs. Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills Tiered base pay scale dependent on relevant experience. This position is eligible for applicable evening and night shift pay differentials.

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