LPN
Behavioral Health Network
- Pay
- $38 to $40
- an hour
- Location
- Boston, MA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 20
- 1 day ago
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About the company
Behavioral Health Network
Mental health care · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values—Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—guide how we lead, serve, and support one another.
What you'll do
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders
- Monitor and document individuals' physical and behavioral health status
- Conduct nursing assessments and ongoing monitoring of withdrawal symptoms
- Communicate significant changes in condition to medical providers and nursing leadership
- Assist with medication reconciliation, medication education, and discharge planning
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and crisis situations
- Collaborate with counselors, recovery coaches, case managers, and medical staff
- Promote a safe, respectful, and therapeutic treatment environment
What you need
- Current Massachusetts Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing
- Ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing substance use and co-occurring disorders
- Strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience in substance use disorder treatment, detoxification, CSS, behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, or residential treatment settings
- Education: a professional certificate
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Perks
- Generous PTO
- 403(b)
- educational assistance
- medical
- dental
- vision
- employee assistance programs
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