BAYLOR NIGHTS - Licensed Practical Nurse

Mhrcflorida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403b

PTO

Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mental Health Resource Center is a not-for-profit Florida corporation delivering mental health services across the community. The LPN works under RN supervision to assess patients, administer medications, and support PA/ARNP/psychiatrist in coordinating care.

The role requires Florida LPN licensure with nursing or CNA experience, strong communication, and meticulous documentation of care and records. Weekend night schedule on the Children and Adolescent Unit is included.

Qualifications

• Valid Florida LPN license and six months nursing experience or two years of CNA/patient care experience.
• Ability to make sound independent decisions and respond to emergencies.
• Strong communication with patients, families, caregivers, and staff.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN in assessing patient needs and planning care.
• Administer medications under supervision of RN and PA/ARNP/Physician.
• Coordinate medical and psychiatric care with PA, ARNP, and Psychiatrist.
• Ensure confidential, timely documentation and charting.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Education

Florida LPN license

Nursing or CNA experience

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 403b
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program

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.

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 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