LPN Behavioral Health

Lee Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Health in Fort Myers, Florida is seeking an LPN to join the Outpatient Behavioral Health team. This role provides hands-on nursing support, helps create a welcoming care environment, and works as part of a collaborative team.

The position offers daytime hours (Shift 1) from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a starting pay range of $22.34 to $29.04 per hour. Education requirements include graduation from a state-approved vocational/practical nursing program; Florida LPN license and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state approved vocational/practical nursing program.
• No experience required; competency assessment will be completed.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification current for 90 days after hire.
• Florida LPN license required.
• Basic computer and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Administers treatments and medications under RN guidance.
• Collects health data per policy.
• Collaborates with other professionals to ensure patient care.
• Delivers compassionate, patient-centered care in a behavioral health setting.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

Vocational/practical nursing program

Job description

Location:Behavioral Health Center -12550 New Brittany BlvdFort Myers FL 33907

Department: HOD HB Behavioral Health

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00AM to 4:30:00PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$22.34 - $29.04 / hour

Summary

Make a difference where compassionate care and meaningful connections matter. Lee Health is seeking an LPN to join our Outpatient Behavioral Health team, providing hands‑on nursing support to patients while helping create a welcoming, supportive care environment. This is a great opportunity for an LPN who is compassionate, dependable, and comfortable working as part of a collaborative team while building trust with patients and supporting their ongoing behavioral health needs.

Performs and documents selected tasks such as the administration of treatments and medications in delivery of patient care under the guidance and discretion of the registered nurse. Assist the Register Nurse in collecting health data according to established policies. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization vision and mission. Uses knowledge of patients age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through excellence in customer service and performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.

Requirements

Education: Graduate of a state approved vocational/practical nursing program required.

Experience: None required. Qualified individuals will successfully complete the competency assessment.

Certification: Proof of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS), current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date. 30-hour IV Course may be required based on specialty.

License: Currently licensed as an LPN in the State of Florida.

Other: Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills, and customer service skills required.

US:FL:Fort Myers