Behavioral Health LPN — Growth & Benefits, Orlando

Ghost RX; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer (

Employer match on 403(b)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

GhostRx in Orlando, FL is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the largest Central Florida behavioral health organization. You will deliver hands-on nursing care across inpatient acute care, crisis stabilization, detox, residential, and outpatient programs, with 3×12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule.

You will assess mental health, substance use, and physical health needs, administer medications including MAT, and collaborate with psychiatrists, NP, therapists, and other

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Florida LPN license.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, addiction medicine, or integrated care preferred; new grads considered.
• Ability to obtain Level II background clearance (fingerprinting costs covered by employer).
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• Strong critical thinking, assessment, and de-escalation skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and accurate clinical documentation.
• Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, non-judgmental, patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to work 3×12-hour day or night shifts on a rotating schedule, including weekends and holidays as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments addressing mental health, substance use, physical health, and social factors affecting patient well-being.
• Administer and document oral, injectable, and MAT medications in accordance with physician and APRN orders.
• Monitor vital signs, observe patient behavior, and promptly report changes in condition to the RN, provider, or interdisciplinary team.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans that integrate behavioral health and primary care.
• Provide patient and family education, psychoeducation, and supportive counseling on medications, diagnoses, and recovery.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, transfers, and patient rounds to maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu.
• Respond to psychiatric and medical emergencies using crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record in compliance with Florida, Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, case managers, and behavioral health technicians to coordinate care.
• Participate in staff meetings, competency training, and continuing education to stay current with best practices in behavioral health nursing.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Psychiatric nursing

EHR proficiency

Strong communication

De-escalation skills

Education

Florida LPN license

Accredited practical nursing program graduate

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

GhostRx in Orlando, FL is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the largest Central Florida behavioral health organization. You will deliver hands-on nursing care across inpatient acute care, crisis stabilization, detox, residential, and outpatient programs, with 3×12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule.

You will assess mental health, substance use, and physical health needs, administer medications including MAT, and collaborate with psychiatrists, NP, therapists, and other