LPN- HIGHPOINT/LARGO

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in Florida to perform nursing assessments, administer medications, and educate patients in an outpatient behavioral health setting.

The role requires adherence to workplace standards and teamwork with the treatment team. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, an active LPN license in Florida, a valid driver’s license, and be able to pass a Level II background check and drug screening.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in medical/behavioral health preferred.
• Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must pass Level II background check and drug screening.
• Must maintain current training as required by policy.

Responsibilities

• Complete nursing assessments, patient evaluations & screenings.
• Dispense & administer medications.
• Provide patients with healthcare education.
• Coordinate patient care with the Treatment Team.

Skills

LPN license

Driver's license

Background check

Drug screening

Teamwork

EHR basics

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Windows OS

Typing 40 wpm

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Provides nursing services to patients in an outpatient, substance use disorder treatment setting. Completes nursing assessments, patient evaluations & screenings, dispenses & administers medications, and provides patients with healthcare education. Works with all members of the Treatment Team to coordinate patient care.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Commitment to workplace of dignity and respectCompliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelinesAbility to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamworkAbility to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policiesAbility to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative mannerEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma / GED requiredOne year of experience working in the medical and/or behavioral health field preferred.LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:Valid driver's licenseFlorida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license requiredMust pass a level II background check and drug screeningMust maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, In. policiesESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS:Ability to write accurately and legiblyModerate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based computersAbility to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of timeAbility to bend, stoop and reachAbility to sit in meetings for extended periods of timeAbility to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoorsAbility to lift and carry 10 poundsGood hearing and visionReasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:Treatment program / hospital environmentExposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitationPossible exposure to clients with communicable diseasesWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse helps ensure that caregivers, health workers, and educators meet Level 2 background screening standards before they can work with children, seniors, or other vulnerable groups. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.