Join a team that’s changing lives.

At Thrive Now Recovery Center - Iowa City and our affiliated treatment centers, we are building something different—programs that deliver exceptional, person-centered care and restore hope for individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use and mental health disorders. Our work is grounded in trauma-informed care, compassion, and integrity, and every team member plays a meaningful role in a client’s recovery journey.

Whether you’re bedside in medical, guiding clinical programming, supporting recovery services, or ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, you’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that shows up for one another and the people we serve. We offer modern, well-trained workplaces, opportunities for growth, and leadership that invests in your success.

If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters—and where you’ll make a lasting impact—this is it. We’re glad you’re considering joining our team.

About the Role:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a key member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, delivering compassionate nursing care to individuals recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Under the supervision of an RN or clinical supervisor, the LPN assists with medical coordination, monitors patient health, administers medications, and ensures a safe and therapeutic environment that supports client recovery.

This role plays a crucial part in maintaining clinical quality, promoting patient stability, and contributing to a trauma-informed, recovery-focused milieu.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and support under the direction of an RN or clinical supervisor.

• Conduct basic nursing assessments and promptly report significant findings to supervising staff.

• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.

• Monitor vital signs, withdrawal symptoms, and patient stability; escalate concerns appropriately.

• Provide patient education and support as part of discharge planning.

• Collaborate with the treatment team to support individualized nursing care plans.

• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and contribute observations regarding patient progress.

• Serve as a supportive point of contact for patients and families within the LPN scope of practice.

• Assist in monitoring and maintaining medication inventory.

• Ensure safe storage, accurate documentation, and compliance with medication handling policies.

• Support MAR (Medication Administration Record) processes, including documentation and reconciliation.

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the patient medical record in compliance with facility policies and state/federal regulations.

• Uphold infection control practices and safety standards.

• Support ongoing program compliance and regulatory readiness efforts.

• Help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment within residential or detox units.

• Support crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts under the direction of RNs and clinical leadership.

• Assist with other duties or special projects that contribute to smooth clinical operations.

• Active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment (required).

• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program (required).

• Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

• 1–2 years of experience in behavioral health, SUD treatment, psychiatric care, or residential/inpatient healthcare.

• Experience working in a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed setting.

Work Environment:

• Primarily indoors in a climate-controlled clinical environment.

Physical Demands:

• Regular standing, walking, sitting, bending, and repetitive tasks such as documentation or vitals checks.

• May involve lifting, transferring, or repositioning patients (<50 lbs) with appropriate support.

Emotional Resilience:

• Ability to remain calm, grounded, and solutions-focused during crises, patient escalation, or team conflict.

Critical Thinking:

• Daily responsibilities involve assessing patient risk and interpreting clinical data.

Prioritization Under Pressure:

• Must balance multiple urgent tasks while maintaining regulatory compliance and care quality.

Communication Skills:

• Clear, effective communication with patients, families, staff, and external partners.

Attention to Detail:

• Accurate monitoring of patient safety, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

The work you do truly changes lives. We recognize the importance of supporting the people who make that impact possible. When you join our team, you’re stepping into a place that invests in your growth, wellbeing, and long-term career success.

Comprehensive Benefits & Support

We offer a well-rounded benefits package designed to support you at work and at home, including:

• ICHRA Health Benefit – choose the health plan that fits your needs, with premium reimbursement

• Dental & Vision Insurance

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance, with optional supplemental coverage

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) + paid holidays

• Paid Training & Continuing Education

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Clear Career Pathways & Advancement Opportunities

• Safe, Trauma-Informed Work Environment

• Modern Facilities & Work life balance

• Supportive Nursing Leadership that invests in your growth

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen our organization and enhance the quality of care we provide. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.