Impactful Forensic Behavioral Health LPN (PRN)

Ibis Healthcare; Florida; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ibis Healthcare Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN) in the Forensic Program provides direct nursing care to patients with behavioral health disorders, under the supervision of RNs. You will assess, implement, and evaluate care plans, administer medications safely, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to maintain safety and quality standards.

The role requires an active Florida LPN license, strong communication, critical thinking, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced psychiatric

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse program with 1 year experience preferred.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Florida.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, patients, families, employees, and the general public.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists and request the assistance of the RN when necessary.
• Ability to multi-task, display decision-making and critical thinking skills, and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess physiological, psychosocial, and environmental needs of patients and report finding to the Registered Nurse.
• Implement the plan of care based on nursing standards and practice.
• Evaluate the appropriateness of nursing interventions defined in the plan of care.
• Ensure accurate and complete required documentation to be approved by a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrate competency in critical-thinking and decision-making skills and involve a Registered Nurse when required.
• Monitor staff and continuous work-flow of the program.
• Share professional and technical knowledge in accordance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Decision-making

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse program

Job description

The Ibis Healthcare Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN) in the Forensic Program provides direct nursing care to patients with behavioral health disorders, under the supervision of RNs. You will assess, implement, and evaluate care plans, administer medications safely, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to maintain safety and quality standards.

The role requires an active Florida LPN license, strong communication, critical thinking, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced psychiatric