Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

***SIGN ON BONUS- Full Time= $2,000***

FT/PT/PRN positions available at our Addictions Receiving Facility. (Shift Differential available.)

Summary/Characteristics of Position:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a professional nursing position that provides medical care and treatment to individuals coping with or recovering from substance abuse addiction and/or co-occurring mental health disorders.

Essential Functions :

• Completes medical screenings of clients to determine admission and/or continued service eligibility.
• Applies practical nursing principles and protocols for the treatment of persons served including, but not limited to, screenings, assessments and integrated planning
• Routinely completes vitals, PPD administering/reading and applicable documentation.
• Communicates empathically with clients regarding addiction, mental illness, medications and recovery
• Assists physicians with medical examinations and carries out physician orders.
• Administers and documents medication/narcotics/treatments as prescribed by protocol or physician's order.
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies and drug formularies
• Ensures all billable/non-billable services are accurately recorded in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Prepares internal reports related to service delivery, billing, medication errors, on-the-job-injuries and other reportable incidents.
• Implementation of seclusion/restraint -Ensures nursing support personnel carry out assigned duties correctly to agency model as directed.
• Makes referrals or linkage to care for recommended medical services.
• Participates in client case staffings and treatment team meetings.
• Develops and facilitates health education groups for patients on health and social topics.
• Adheres to regulatory bodies and licensing rules, guidelines, and all established protocol to carry out all duties required by contract, licensure, accreditation, and certification relative to program or service assignment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Pre-requisite Requirements:

• Active licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in accordance with Florida Law.
• Must possess valid Florida Driver License
• Must be able to participate in CPR/First Aid and crisis intervention training and apply techniques, when applicable.

Preferred Attributes:

• Previous experience in a behavioral healthcare setting

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to make critical decisions in high stress situations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent knowledge, education, and training in the field of addiction and mental health
• Ability to relate to clients from all social-economic class, race, sexual orientation and/or substance abuse/mental health problems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Travel: No travel required.

The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. ACTS is a DFWP.

Company Description

At Agency for Community Treatment Services (ACTS), we’re more than just a team—we’re a community dedicated to changing lives. For over 45 years, ACTS has provided vital services to individuals facing mental illness, substance use disorders, and homelessness. We’re passionate about what we do, and we’re looking for compassionate, driven individuals to join us in making a lasting impact.

At ACTS, you’ll be part of a team that’s helping to changing lives every day. If you’re ready to work in an environment where you’re valued and your contributions are impactful, we’d love to hear from you.

Company Description

At Agency for Community Treatment Services (ACTS), we’re more than just a team—we’re a community dedicated to changing lives. For over 45 years, ACTS has provided vital services to individuals facing mental illness, substance use disorders, and homelessness. We’re passionate about what we do, and we’re looking for compassionate, driven individuals to join us in making a lasting impact.\r\n\r\nAt ACTS, you’ll be part of a team that’s helping to changing lives every day. If you’re ready to work in an environment where you’re valued and your contributions are impactful, we’d love to hear from you.