Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Behavioral Health (The Ridge Recovery Center)

*New Hires Eligible for Sign-On Up To $2,000*

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Rushford Center, one of Connecticut’s leading providers of addiction and mental health services, is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention, treatment and recovery programs. We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs. Through the passion of our specialists, we continue to treat every patient with care, compassion and respect, while providing affordable and accessible services.

The Ridge Recovery Center (Rushford Center) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse who desires a rewarding career making a difference in the lives of individuals living with substance use disorders.  The Ridge Recovery Center is a new state-of-the-art substance use disorder treatment facility in Windham, CT.  The Ridge Recovery Center offers personalized paths to recovery in a serene and tranquil setting.   

Job Summary

Provides timely, effective, high quality and safe nursing collaboration for all enrollees in the program under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Provides coordination of care in conjunction with the RN, BHH Specialists, Peer Recovery Specialists, medical providers and other medical facilities as appropriate and required. Provides education (individually and in group format) in the areas of chronic conditions, newly diagnosed conditions, medications, health promotion, wellness & prevention including appropriate usage of medical services (i.e. PCP vs ED visits). Position works closely with BHH team on a day-to-day basis; reports to nursing services.

• Completion of a licensed LPN program.
• Valid CT LPN license.
• Minimum of one years’