Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Various Shifts

Apalachee Center Inc; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Apalachee Center, Inc. is seeking compassionate, dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our inpatient nursing team in Tallahassee, FL. The role focuses on behavioral health with medication administration, patient assessment, crisis intervention, and meticulous documentation under RN supervision.

Shifts include Day, Overnight, and rotating 12-hour options. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, patient-centered care and participate in discharge planning

Qualifications

• Current Florida LPN license.
• Experience in inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health settings preferred.
• Compassionate, dependable, and dedicated nursing professional with strong patient-centered focus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care per physician orders, treatment plans, and policies.
• Administer medications and maintain accurate MAR records.
• Monitor vital signs and patient conditions; document and report changes.
• Coordinate laboratory testing and communicate abnormal findings.
• Provide crisis intervention and patient education; ensure safety and confidentiality.
• Assist with patient admissions, discharge planning, and coordination of follow-up care.
• Collaborate with physicians, RNs, and other health professionals; participate in shift reports and training.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication administration

Crisis intervention

Patient education

Documentation

Team collaboration

Inpatient care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Tools

EMR

Job description

Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Apalachee Center, Inc. | Full-Time | Multiple Shifts AvailableJoin Our Team and Make a Difference!Apalachee Center, Inc. is seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our Inpatient Nursing team. This is an excellent opportunity for nursing professionals who are passionate about behavioral healthcare and committed to providing safe, quality, patient-centered care.As an Inpatient LPN, you will work alongside a multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide essential nursing services, administer medications, monitor patient conditions, and support individuals receiving inpatient psychiatric and behavioral health treatment.Available ShiftsDay Shift: Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PMOvernight Shift: Monday–Friday | 11:30 PM – 8:00 AMRotating 12-Hour Shifts (Every Other Weekend Off):Day Rotation: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PMNight Rotation: 7:30 PM – 8:00 AMPosition SummaryThe Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for delivering direct nursing care in accordance with established nursing principles, physician orders, treatment plans, and organizational policies. Responsibilities include medication administration, patient assessment and monitoring, crisis intervention, patient education, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.The LPN works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) to ensure the safety, well-being, and continuity of care for patients.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesNursing Care & Patient AssessmentProvide direct nursing care and assist with admission and ongoing nursing assessments.Monitor patients' physical and behavioral health conditions and report significant changes.Obtain and document vital signs, nursing observations, and patient progress.Assist physicians and RNs with patient treatment and medical management.Coordinate laboratory testing and communicate abnormal findings to appropriate clinical staff.Medication Administration & SafetyAdminister medications as prescribed and maintain accurate medication administration records.Ensure proper medication identification, storage, inventory, and documentation.Maintain compliance with medication management and controlled-substance procedures.Assist with medication room inspections and pharmacy orders.Behavioral Health & Crisis InterventionProvide therapeutic support, patient education, and crisis intervention.Respond appropriately to medical and psychiatric emergencies.Implement patient safety precautions and monitoring procedures.Assist with patient observation and interventions in accordance with agency policies and RN direction.Patient Admissions & Discharge PlanningAssist with patient admission, intake, and orientation procedures.Support individualized nursing care and treatment plans.Participate in discharge planning, patient education, and coordination of follow-up services.Complete required nursing documentation and discharge instructions.Teamwork & Quality CareCollaborate with physicians, nurses, mental health assistants, and other healthcare professionals.Participate in shift reports to promote continuity of care.Assist with training and orientation of new staff.Follow infection prevention, emergency preparedness, and patient safety procedures.Maintain accurate clinical records and comply with applicable nursing standards.Current, valid Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.Knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care procedures.Strong communication, clinical documentation, and organizational skills.Ability to respond effectively to medical and behavioral health emergencies.Commitment to professional nursing standards, patient confidentiality, and compassionate care.Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.