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Renaissance Ranch St George

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Renaissance Ranch St George, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247

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Now Hiring: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Substance Abuse/Mental Health PHP

Location:

Renaissance Recovery Tennessee Schedule:

Monday-Friday | Daytime Hours ⚕️

Reports To:

Clinical Director / Medical Director

Position Overview We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

to join our Mental Health Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). This role provides vital nursing and clinical support within a structured outpatient setting, working closely with providers and a multidisciplinary treatment team.

The LPN plays a key role in supporting provider visits, medication management, patient monitoring, and therapeutic programming, while serving as a liaison between providers, patients, technicians, and leadership staff. This is an excellent opportunity for an LPN passionate about mental health care and collaborative, patient-centered treatment.

Key Responsibilities Clinical Support & Patient Care

Assist psychiatric providers during patient visits, including preparation, documentation support, and follow-up coordination

Obtain and document vital signs and required clinical measurements

Conduct patient check-ins and clinical assessments as indicated

Monitor patients for medication side effects, adverse reactions, and changes in mental or physical status

Assist behavioral health technicians with urine drug screens, including collection, documentation, and chain‑of‑custody procedures

Medication Management

Coordinate medication refills with providers and pharmacies

Support medication reconciliation and provider‑patient communication

Provide patient education on medications, including purpose, dosing, side effects, and adherence

Assist with medication organization and oversight at housing locations when applicable

Laboratory & Diagnostic Coordination

Order labs and diagnostic testing per provider orders

Track, review, and communicate lab results to providers and the treatment team

Ensure timely follow‑up on abnormal findings

Group Facilitation & Patient Education

Facilitate 1‑2 psychoeducational groups per week

Provide individualized health education as needed

Team Collaboration & Program Support

Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, case managers, and behavioral health technicians

Assist with care coordination, documentation, and clinical communication

Support program operations and ensure compliance with clinical policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Active

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

license in good standing

Minimum 2 years of experience

in mental health, behavioral health, or substance use treatment.

Experience in PHP, IOP, residential, or psychiatric settings ( preferred )

Knowledge of psychiatric medications and common medical conditions

Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills

Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment

Skills & Competencies

Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills

Therapeutic communication and patient engagement

Knowledge of infection control and communicable disease protocols

Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail

Team‑oriented, dependable, and patient‑centered

Why Join Us?

Consistent

weekday, daytime schedule

Collaborative and supportive clinical environment

Meaningful work supporting individuals on their mental health recovery journey

Apply today to join a team committed to compassionate, high‑quality mental health care.

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