Licensed Practical Nurse

Preferred Family Healthcare, Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Nonprofit employer

Job summary

SalusCare, Inc. in Fort Myers, Florida is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to support patients with mental health and substance use disorders in our MAT clinic.

You will administer medications, document care, and coordinate with treatment teams to ensure safe, effective, and holistic patient management. The role emphasizes education, adherence to GPRA-related follow-ups, and collaboration with external providers within a nonprofit MAT setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Florida LPN license.
• LPN certificate required.
• One year of health/human services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health education to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Provide medication training focusing on compliance, benefits, and managing side effects.

Skills

Documentation

Dual Diagnosis

Education

LPN license and certificate

Job description

Important notice: SalusCare, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard torace, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. SalusCare, Inc is a drug freeworkplace and adheres to the drug free workplace program as outlined under Florida worker's compensation law. All applicants beingconsidered for employment will be required to undergo a drug screen and a level 2 background check through the Department of Children and Families and Agency for HealthCare Administration. Refusal to submit or positive results of the test will prohibit youfrom being offered employment. https://info.flclearinghouse.com To read more about EEO, to read more about this visit the Government website by clicking here.

Looking for a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in care of patients with mental health and substance use disorders. Skilled in medication administration, documentation and substance use disorders. Committed to providing a therapeutic environment, meticulous documentation, and collaborative care in our Medicated Assisted Treatment Clinic.

Job Responsibilities:

• Deliver health education to individuals with severe mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Provide medication training focusing on compliance, benefits, and managing side effects.
• Lead wellness initiatives for metabolic disorder prevention and physical health management.
• Support Complex needs of individuals facing co-occurring mental and physical health conditions.
• Coordinate patient care seamlessly alongside external medical and treatment providers.

MAT Specific Job Duties:

• Consistently takes a proactive role in reviewing, assessing, and referring patients to qualifying SOR funded services.
• Maintains 80% compliance to obtaining GPRA surveys at intake, 6-month follow up, discharge, 3-month post discharge, and 6-month post discharge.
• Maintain productivity level of 65% of hours worked per month.

Why SalusCare?

• Established nonprofit serving Southwest Florida
• Mission-driven, community based organization
• Opportunity to influence program growth and development
• Generous PTO

Preferred Skills:

• Documentation
• Dual Diagnosis (Mental Health & Substance Abuse)

Additional Requirements:

• Successful pre-employment medical screening (drug test & TB)
• Completion of one week orientation

Job Qualifications:

• Requires an L.P.N. certificate in nursing and a clear/active Florida LPN license.
• One year of experience in health, human services field is preferred.
• Must be able to attain competency with company electronic health record and use it effectively within required timeframes.
• Computer skills in Windows operating systems required.
• Bilingual a plus. If applicable, must possess a valid Florida driver's license, current auto insurance, a reliable vehicle and a good driving history.