BAYLOR NIGHTS - Licensed Practical Nurse

Mental Health Resource Center, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403b

PTO

Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Mental Health Resource Center will support the RN in assessing the needs of patients and planning care in the Children and Adolescent Unit at MHRC North during weekend night shifts (Saturday and Sunday, 7:00pm–7:30am).

Under supervision of the PA, NP, and Psychiatrist, you will administer medications, coordinate medical and psychiatric care, and ensure accurate, confidential documentation while collaborating with families, caregivers, and other clinicians in

Qualifications

• Valid State of Florida LPN license required.
• Six months LPN nursing experience or two years CNA experience required.
• Strong communication and good judgment essential.
• Documentation and confidentiality of records must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN in assessing patient needs and planning care.
• Administer medications under supervision and coordinate with PA/ARNP/Physician.
• Support medical and psychiatric care coordination for patients.
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records and documentation.

Skills

LPN license (FL)

Nursing experience

CNA experience

Decision making

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Florida LPN license

Job description

Company Overview

Mental Health Resource Center is a not-for-profit Florida corporation that provides a wide range of mental health and behavioral health care services to the community such as 24-hour emergency services, inpatient psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults as well as outpatient services such as medication management, case management, and counseling.

Benefits/Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Disability Insurance


• 403b


• PTO


• Paid Holidays


• Flexible Spending Account


• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting the Registered Nurse (RN) in assessing the needs and problems of each patient and planning appropriate and specific care. Under the supervision of the RN, the LPN is responsible for administering medications and assisting the Physician Assistant (PA), Nurse Practitioner (ARNP), and Psychiatrist in coordinating and implementing the medical and psychiatric care of the patient.

Qualifications

• In order to be considered candidates must have a valid State of Florida Licensed Practical Nurse license and six months of nursing experience as an LPN or 2 years of patient care experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant required.


• Licensed Practical Nurses need to make sound decisions independently and demonstrate good judgment on a daily basis, including but not limited to recognizing emergencies and life-threatening situations and responding appropriately.


• Strong communication skills are essential and this individual must be able to interact appropriately with internal and external customers, including families, caregivers, community service providers, supervisory staff, and other department professionals.


• Each employee contributes to the completeness and confidentiality of clinical records by ensuring documentation, paperwork, and system entries meet internal and external guidelines for content, accuracy, and timeliness.

Position Details

Every Saturday and Sunday, 7:00pm to 7:30am/ Children and Adolescent Unit/ MHRC North

Equal Opportunity Employment

Renaissance Behavioral Health Systems and Mental Health Resource Center are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Background screening and clearance through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required for all positions: https://info.flclearinghouse.com