FACT Licensed Practical Nurse

Mental Health Resource Center, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

PTO

Paid Holidays

FSA

EAP

Eleos Health

Job summary

Mental Health Resource Center, Inc. in Florida is seeking an LPN to conduct psychiatric assessments, coordinate referrals, and support medication self-administration within the FACT program.

The role emphasizes recovery-oriented care, community-based services, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Most duties occur in community settings with occasional office time and travel, including mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Active Florida LPN license in good standing.
• Six months of medical/surgical and/or psychiatric nursing experience.
• Proficiency with MHRC RBHS EHR and Patient Information System within three months.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook and Internet.
• Must meet MHRC driver requirements including valid FL driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services in accordance with the FACT model.
• Maintains confidential clinical records.
• Conducts mental health status assessments.
• Coordinates referrals to community providers and support services.
• Coordinates referrals to community health care providers.
• Provides education on mental health symptoms, medications, and recovery.
• Ensures proper medication self-administration with ARNP or Psychiatrist.
• Serves as primary case manager for an assigned caseload and promotes recovery.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Emergency response

Decision making

Time management

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of Practical Nursing

Florida LPN license in good standing

Tools

RBHS MHRC EHR

Patient Information System

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Internet

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Life Insurance


• Disability Insurance


• 403(b) Retirement Plan


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Paid Holidays


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Eleos Health – HIPAA-compliant documentation tool

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. Services include 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 FACT Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) conducts psychiatric assessments, assesses physical health needs, coordinates referrals to community health care providers, and ensures proper medication self-administration in conjunction with the Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). The LPN serves as primary case manager for an assigned group of individuals and promotes recovery, empowerment, self-determination and decision-making for each FACT participant. The FACT (Forensic Assertive Community Treatment) Program is a multidisciplinary clinical team that provides comprehensive, community-based services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. The program is designed to reduce hospitalization, increase community tenure, and enhance independence, autonomy, and quality of life. FACT team members provide a wide range of services, including advocacy, crisis intervention, assessments, treatment planning, case management, medication support, and coordination of care. Additional services include community referrals, symptom education, vocational and educational support, social skills development, and assistance for families and caregivers. Most services are provided in the community, with approximately 15% of time spent in the office. Company vehicles are available; however, team members must also use their personal vehicles as needed and are eligible for mileage reimbursement. The FACT team operates during and outside of standard business hours, including rotating weekend, holiday, and on-call responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services in accordance with the FACT model (based on the PACT model).


• Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential clinical records.


• Conducts mental health status assessments.


• Coordinates referrals to community providers and support services.


• Coordinates referrals to community health care providers


• Provides education on mental health symptoms, medications, and recovery.


• Ensures proper medication self-administration in conjunction with the ARNP or Psychiatrist


• Serves as primary case manager for an assigned caseload, promoting recovery, empowerment, and self-determination.

Documentation Tool (Eleos Health)

• Reduces time spent on documentation, allowing more focus on client interaction and care


• Transforms brief notes or session conversations into complete, clinically appropriate documentation


• Supports accurate, compliant documentation while allowing staff to review and finalize notes


• Provides helpful insights from sessions to support care planning and continuity


• Accessible on desktop or mobile for flexibility across different work settings

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of Practical Nursing required.


• Valid Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing required.


• Six months of medical/surgical and/or psychiatric nursing experience required.


• Proficiency in the RBHS/MHRC Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Patient Information System demonstrated within three months of employment.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook and the use of the Internet.


• Must meet MHRC/RBHS driver requirements, including a valid Florida driver’s license, required insurance coverage, and acceptable driving record.


• Ability to work in a variety of settings, including homes, offices, hospitals, nursing homes, and secure units.


• Ability to make sound, independent decisions, including responding to emergencies and high-risk situations.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with individuals, families, providers, and team members.

Position Details

This position is a Full Time position (rotating weekends, on-call, and holidays).

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