Job Description
Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.
Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.
PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Inpatient Treatment Center
Location:
Schedule: PRN / As Needed / Minimum 16 hours per month
Make a Difference in Recovery
At Pyramid Healthcare's inpatient treatment center in Duncansville, PA, we are committed to helping individuals overcome Substance Use Disorders through compassionate, evidence-based care. We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team and play a vital role in supporting clients on their recovery journey.
If you are passionate about behavioral healthcare, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and are looking for a rewarding nursing position with fewer physical demands than traditional hospital or long-term care settings, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Nurses Choose Pyramid Healthcare
Our inpatient nursing environment allows you to focus on what matters most: delivering quality clinical care and supporting clients in recovery.
What Makes This Nursing Role Different?
✅ No assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
✅ No catheters, IVs, ports, or midlines
✅ No blood draws (completed by a contracted national laboratory)
✅ Minimal physical demands with no heavy lifting required
✅ Fully electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR)
✅ Collaborative, recovery-focused treatment environment
✅ Opportunity to make a lasting impact in behavioral healthcare
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
- Complete comprehensive nursing assessments for new admissions
- Administer medications and provide education regarding prescribed treatments
- Monitor and manage withdrawal protocols utilizing COWS and CIWA assessment tools
- Observe and assess client health status and respond appropriately to clinical concerns
- Assist providers during medical evaluations and medication management appointments
- Ensure compliance with medication administration standards and nursing best practices
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and facility policies
- Follow all licensing, accreditation, and regulatory requirements
- Complete required trainings, certifications, and continuing education
Collaboration & Leadership
- Work closely with interdisciplinary treatment team members
- Communicate effectively with medical, clinical, and operational staff
- Provide guidance, direction, and support to fellow nursing team members as needed
- Promote a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-oriented environment
Required Qualifications
Education & Licensure
- Current, active, and unencumbered Pennsylvania LPN license
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Current First Aid certification
- Current AED certification
Preferred Experience
- Behavioral health nursing
- Substance use treatment
- Detoxification services
- Inpatient nursing experience
Candidates with other relevant nursing backgrounds who demonstrate a strong passion for addiction treatment and behavioral healthcare are encouraged to apply.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Knowledge of nursing care standards and medication administration practices
- Familiarity with withdrawal management protocols, including COWS and CIWA
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary treatment team
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Ability to remain calm and respond effectively during emergencies
- Commitment to ethical, professional, and confidential client care
Benefits of Joining Pyramid Healthcare
At Pyramid Healthcare, you'll join a nationally recognized behavioral healthcare organization dedicated to changing lives through recovery.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals seeking recovery
- Support clients through life-changing treatment experiences
- Be part of a supportive, mission-driven culture
- Work alongside experienced behavioral health professionals
- Help expand access to addiction treatment services in Central Pennsylvania
- Free virtual healthcare for employees and their families
- Access up to 50% of earned wages before payday to help manage unexpected expenses
- Flexible PRN scheduling opportunities
Start Your Behavioral Health Nursing Career Today
If you're searching for PRN LPN jobs in Duncansville, PA, behavioral health nursing careers, addiction treatment nurse positions, or substance abuse treatment jobs near Altoona, Pyramid Healthcare offers an opportunity to build a rewarding career while helping individuals reclaim their lives through recovery.
Apply today and become part of a team that's transforming lives, families, and communities through compassionate care.
Due to the nature of behavioral healthcare services and our commitment to client safety, all candidates selected for employment must successfully complete a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state-mandated clearances. Employment is contingent upon meeting all applicable screening requirements in accordance with federal, state, and accrediting-body regulations.
Pyramid CORE Values:
We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.
Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Referral Bonus opportunities
- And More!
Want to know more?
To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.
Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sobre Pyramid Healthcare, Inc.
Welcome to Pyramid Healthcare. A premier provider of high quality, behavioral health care founded in 1999 and headquartered in central Pennsylvania, we operate over 80 facilities across the Commonwealth, New Jersey, Maryland, Ohio, Virginia and West Virginia and offer a full continuum of mental health, substance use and and recovery services for adults and teens. Our dedicated admissions repre...
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Job Information
- Work Arrangement On-site
- Location Duncansville, PA, United States
- Posted 9 days ago
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