WITHDRAWAL MANAGEMENT LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (Portland)
Company: Fora Health Inc
Location: Portland
Posted on: March 16, 2026
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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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