WITHDRAWAL MANAGEMENT LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Company: Fora Health Inc
Location: Portland
Posted on: March 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: $1,000 SIGNING
BONUS! To welcome you to our team and show our commitment to your
success, we are offering a signing bonus of $1,000! This bonus will
be paid upon successful completion of probationary period. POSITION
SUMMARY The withdrawal management nurse plays a crucial role in
providing comprehensive nursing care to individuals undergoing
withdrawal from drugs or alcohol. They are responsible for
assessing patients, helping develop and implement treatment plans,
administering medications, and monitoring patient progress
throughout the withdrawal process. The withdrawal management nurse
collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the safety and
well-being of patients and assists in their transition to further
treatment or ongoing care. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES - Conduct
assessments of patients’ physical and mental health, including
substance abuse history, medical conditions, and vital signs. -
Help to develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment
findings, patient goals, and medical guidelines with
multidisciplinary team. - Administer mediations while closely
monitoring patient responses and adjusting treatment as necessary
in collaboration with the licensed medical provider. - Observe and
document patients’ progress including withdrawal symptoms, mental
health status, vital signs, and overall physical condition. -
Provide education and support to patients regarding the withdrawal
process, treatment options, and relapse prevention strategies. -
Work very closely with nursing assistant staff to ensure procedural
compliance. - Respond to medical emergencies and provide immediate
interventions to stabilize patients. - Maintain accurate and up to
date medical records, documenting all assessments, interventions,
medications administered, and patient progress. - Stay current with
advancements in substance abuse treatment, withdrawal management
protocols, and nursing practices through professional development
activities and continuing education. ADDITIONAL JOB
RESPONSIBILITIES - Attend staff meetings as scheduled. - Additional
trainings to be completed as assigned in a timely manner. - Special
projects and other duties as assigned. - Participate in ongoing
supervision and consultation. - Provide leadership to the nursing
assistant staff in such a way that the work environment supports
and encourages the values of the agency: honesty, empathy, respect,
inclusion, and unity. - Maintain quality treatment services that
are responsive to client needs and reflect best practices. -
Establish a therapeutic environment in which staff works together
so that clients' needs, individual circumstances, and culture
determine the optimal clinical approach. - Adhere to all state and
federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and
to Fora policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy,
and security. Support compliance with all privacy and security
requirements pursuant to community partners’ and outside providers’
patient confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security
requirements for EMR access. - Perform related tasks as assigned.
Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED -
Must have graduated from an accredited nursing institution - Must
have an active nursing license or be able to obtain one within 8
weeks of hire through the Oregon State Board of Nursing - Basic
Life Support (BLS) certification KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
REQUIRED - Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite esp. Outlook, Excel
and Word - Detail-oriented and organized - Solid patient care
experience is required. - Demonstrated effectiveness in presenting
ideas, transmitting information, or convey concepts to individuals
or groups of people of varying educational, cultural and
experiential levels. - Ability to maintain professional boundaries
with patients, the community, and other staff members. - Ability to
work collaboratively with patients, other treatment program staff,
team members, and to treat everyone with respect and dignity at all
times. - Written and organizational skills to complete all required
documentation. - Communicates information effectively in writing
and verbally - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Displays initiative and problem-solving skills - Basic knowledge
of substance-use disorders - Marked ability to demonstrate and
utilize self-awareness - Ability to work in a fast-paced
environment, managing multiple priorities and providing
compassionate care. - Have an understanding of legal and ethical
considerations related to substance abuse treatment and patient
care. OTHER REQUIREMENTS - For employees with a history of
substance use disorder, Fora Health’s policy requires certification
of a minimum of two years of sobriety for this position. - Ability
to pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests. - Position will
require some amount of regular connection to work via cell phone to
answer questions and respond to internal and external contacts.
WORKING CONDITIONS - Prolonged use of computer - Position may
require on-call availability as nurses may be scheduled for
stand-by shifts. - Position generally works in an indoor
environment with infrequent travel between sites or to special
events. - Possible exposure to communicable diseases which can
encompass a variety of illnesses and infections, including COVID,
tuberculosis, Hepatitis A, B, and C, and HIV. - Possible exposure
to upset, angry, severely traumatized, disabled or emotionally
disturbed adults, adolescents, and families. - Exposure to
potentially hazardous cleaning chemicals, personal protective
equipment provided. - Fast paced, high volume work environment.
Compensation details: 39.25-42.1 Hourly Wage
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