LPN - Nights 7PM - 7AM

Qualifications

• Graduate from accredited school of Nursing with a minimum of Associate Degree
• Active Florida Licensed Practical Nurse
• Experience working in mental/behavioral health, substance abuse setting required
• 1+ year at an internship in related field
• Current CPR Certification
• Proof of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training or obtained
• KIPU knowledge preferred
  

Essential Job Function of the Licensed Practical Nurse

• Pre-screens new patients for appropriateness for admissions based on physical assessment date, health history and daily assessments
• Excels at performing vigilant observation
• Screens for psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication and withdrawal symptoms
• Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, including transcribing and administering routine and prescribed medications in accordance with procedures established by the Medical Doctor and Director of Nursing
• Records required documentation in electronic medical record accurately and timely.
• Specializes in the provision of pain management treatment through the initial process of detoxification
• Adheres to HIPAA regulations protects confidential patient information
• Completes charts in a timely manner, obtaining Registered Nurses' signature as needed
• May be required to perform other duties, or work at other FHE locations as required

Essential Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Previous work with substance use disorders preferred
• knowledge of addiction and recovery preferred
• IV & Phlebotomy proficient preferred
• Knowledge of drug classifications and respective medication protocol
• Knowledge of CARF, DCF, and Joint Commission Standards, preferred
• Knowledge of infection control and risk management