Outpatient Nurse LPN

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve.  A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges.  We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Join a compassionate team dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery. We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support our outpatient addiction treatment facility in Pittsburgh. This role is ideal for a nursing professional who is passionate about behavioral healthcare, substance use treatment, and delivering exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment.

Schedule

• Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Friday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• No weekends!

Pay

$24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Compensation is based on experience in addiction medicine.

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing direct nursing services within an outpatient addiction treatment setting. The LPN works closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, counselors, and other treatment professionals to support client health, safety, and recovery outcomes. Responsibilities include medication administration, nursing assessments, withdrawal monitoring, patient education, and clinical documentation. 

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and clinical support to clients.
• Administer medications and monitor effectiveness and side effects.
• Complete nursing assessments, screenings, and documentation.
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms using tools such as COWS and CIWA.
• Educate clients on medications, health conditions, and recovery-related topics.
• Support providers during medical evaluations and medication management appointments.
• Communicate significant health concerns and changes in condition to the treatment team.
• Maintain medication storage, clinical supplies, and medical equipment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all professional, regulatory, and organizational standards. 

Qualifications

Required

• Current, active, and unrestricted Pennsylvania LPN license
• Current CPR/BLS & First Aid certification
• Possession of strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Preferred

• Experience in addiction medicine, substance use disorder treatment, or behavioral health
• Knowledge of withdrawal management protocols and medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
• Experience working with individuals experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

Pyramid CORE Values:

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us.  Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards.  We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values:  INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community.  DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily.  COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence.  PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Want to know more?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.