Licensed Practical Nurse

HIRING BONUS: $500

$500 to be received after the first 90 days of employment. Must have worked a minimum of eight (8) shifts to be eligible. 

Since 1968, Integrity House has provided comprehensive and successful rehabilitation services for individuals with substance use disorders. In addition to CARF accreditation, we are recognized statewide as a leader in addiction services. We provide inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, recovery houses, and sober living for individuals with substance use and other co-occurring mental health diagnoses that get them on a path of sustainable recovery.

We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide Nursing care to our Integrity House Clients in our Newark or Secaucus, NJ, location. 

The incumbent will be responsible for assessing clients’ medical needs and determining appropriate medical or psychiatric interventions. In addition, the LPN is required to administer medication, assist physicians in providing care to clients, and provide ongoing medical documentation within the medical department.  

This is a part-time, exempt position. The employee must be available from 7:00 am to 11:00 am, but weekend and holiday shifts may be required. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Interpersonal and group communication skills
  • Critical thinking and shared decision-making to ensure the protection of the client’s self-determination
  • Provide advocacy as needed to ensure the client knows and understands their rights
  • Strong nursing skills and holistic health knowledge, as addiction is rarely the only treatment necessary
  • Provide compassionate support through all process phases
  • Help clients become independent by meeting care goals and measuring those goals against patient healthcare outcomes, adjusting as necessary.
  • Quality care assurance, following state and nursing guidelines and standards.
  • Work on a multidisciplinary team to discuss, assess and resolve patient problems, yet work independently.
  • Charting patient care in the patient chart and department charts
  • Documenting and communicating nursing care with the next shift
  • Ensure client confidentiality
  • Maintain up-to-date nursing education, including knowledge of Internet resources for those with substance abuse
  • Compliance with the Department of Health, CARF, and DEA Standards
  • Patient care assessment: Monitor the client’s physical and psychological withdrawal from substances

Job qualifications include:

  • Nursing degree from an accredited program
  • Undergraduate degree in nursing or a related field preferred
  • Active nursing license
  • Two years experience in addiction
  • CPR Certification
  • Knowledgeable in Narcan administration

Why Work for Integrity?

We believe that work is more than a place you go every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things. We believe that workplace diversity and the inclusion of a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds are integral parts of our company’s success and provide you with the best co-workers you could ask for. Our employee benefits play an essential role in making Integrity a great workplace.

Our Exceptional Benefits Package Includes:

  • Low Cost and Generous Medical and Prescription Coverage (ask us for our benefits summary, we are proud of it!)
  • Employer Paid Dental
  • Employer Paid Vision
  • Employer Paid Life and AD&D
  • Employer Paid Long Term Disability
  • Employer Paid Health Reimbursement Account
  • Generous Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday Time
  • 403(b) Plan with a Dollar for Dollar Match up to 3% of Compensation
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Commuter Benefit Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement – up to $4,000 annual
  • Recognition Rewards
  • Professional Development Assistance

Who We Are

Since 1968, Integrity House has provided comprehensive and compassionate addiction treatment services for individuals with substance use disorders. Integrity is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services. At its highest level, Integrity House is recognized statewide as a treatment leader. Integrity House is committed to best practices and has expanded its program and services throughout the years to remain a practical resource for those who need help. We currently offer inpatient, residential, and outpatient levels of addiction treatment, including medication-assisted treatment; treatment for co-occurring disorders; outpatient mental health services; recovery programs; education and workforce readiness opportunities; and supportive housing.

Integrity is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Integrity House openly supports and fully commits to the recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Physical/Medical Requirements: Before hire, candidates shall be required to show documentation of COVID-19 vaccination and booster and have a negative TB skin test and positive titers for the MMR. Candidates will also be required to undergo SUD pre-boarding requirements, including drug testing, fingerprinting, and a physical exam.

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