Licensed Practical Nurse Residential

Agency for Community Treatment Services, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Agency for Community Treatment Services, Inc. (ACTS) in Tampa, Florida, is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Intermediate Care Team on-site.

This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and a $2,000 sign-on bonus, along with a comprehensive benefits package. As a member of the team you will conduct client medical screenings, administer medications, assist physicians, maintain EMR documentation, and participate in treatment planning and staffing meetings.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Florida.
• Valid Florida Driver License.
• Ability to pass background clearances.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to make critical decisions under stress.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Completes medical screenings of clients to determine admission and/or continued service eligibility.
• Applies nursing principles and protocols for treatment including screenings, assessments and planning.
• Routinely completes vitals, PPD administering/reading and documentation.
• Communicates empathetically with clients regarding addiction, mental illness, medications and recovery.
• Assists physicians with medical examinations and carries out physician orders.
• Administers and documents medication/treatments as prescribed.
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies and drug formularies.
• Ensures all billable/non-billable services are recorded in EMR.
• Prepares internal reports related to service delivery, billing, and incidents.
• Implements seclusion/restraint as directed by protocol.
• Makes referrals to care as needed.
• Participates in case staffing and treatment team meetings.
• Develops and facilitates health education groups.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

MS Office

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Florida

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

What's In It for You?

ACTS is growing! We are seeking a compassionate, driven individual to join us in making a lasting impact through meaningful work on the Intermediate Care Team!

Salary Range

$27.00/hr. Eligible for a $2,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Location

On-Site at our two Intermediate Care Programs in Tampa, Florida.

Benefits

Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability, Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance. Voluntary Life Insurance and other supplemental policy offerings on the first day of the month following 60 days of full-time employment.

Your Future

403(B) retirement account with up to 5% company match.

Work/Life Balance

10 company paid holidays and 11 days paid time off per year.

What You'll be Doing?

• Completes medical screenings of clients to determine admission and/or continued service eligibility.
• Applies practical nursing principles and protocols for the treatment of persons served including, but not limited to, screenings, assessments and integrated planning.
• Routinely completes vitals, PPD administering/reading and applicable documentation.
• Communicates empathically with clients regarding addiction, mental illness, medications and recovery.
• Assists physicians with medical examinations and carries out physician orders.
• Administers and documents medication/narcotics/treatments as prescribed by protocol or physician's order.
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies and drug formularies
• Ensures all billable/non-billable services are accurately recorded in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Prepares internal reports related to service delivery, billing, medication errors, on-the-job-injuries and other reportable incidents.
• Implementation of seclusion/restraint -Ensures nursing support personnel carry out assigned duties correctly to agency model as directed.
• Makes referrals or linkage to care for recommended medical services.
• Participates in client case staffing and treatment team meetings.
• Develops and facilitates health education groups for patients on health and social topics.
• Adheres to regulatory bodies and licensing rules, guidelines, and all established protocol to carry out all duties required by contract, licensure, accreditation, and certification relative to program or service assignment.
• Other duties as assigned.

What is Required?

• Active licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in accordance with Florida Law.
• Valid Florida Driver License. Regular daytime travel is required between ACTS locations and community-based programs. This position does not require overnight travel.
• Ability to pass Federal, State, Local Law and Level 2 background clearances.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, carry, reach, stoop, bend with prolonged periods of standing andwalking at times.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Ability to make critical decisions in high stress situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent knowledge, education, and training in the field of addiction and mental health.
• Ability to relate to clients from all social-economic class, race, sexual orientation and/or substance abuse/mental health problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

At ACTS, we're more than just a team, we're a community dedicated to changing lives. For over 45 years, ACTS has provided vital services to individuals facing mental illness, substance use disorders, homelessness, and justice issues. We're passionate about what we do, and we're looking for like-minded individuals to join us in an environment where you and your contributions are valued.

ACTS, Inc. participates in the federal government's E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.