LPN (Overnight Shift)

Operation PAR, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 paid holidays per year

3 weeks of PTO per year

401k matching

Continuing education reimbursement

Job summary

Operation PAR, Inc. in Clearwater, Florida is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide outpatient nursing services for individuals with substance use disorders. Responsibilities include conducting nursing assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with the treatment team.

The ideal candidate will possess a Florida LPN license and have experience in nursing or behavioral health settings. Benefits include paid holidays, PTO, and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in the medical or behavioral health field preferred.
• Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services to outpatient patients.
• Complete nursing assessments and patient evaluations.
• Administer medications and provide healthcare education.

Skills

Nursing assessments

Healthcare education

Team collaboration

Microsoft Windows proficiency

Accurate writing

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Operation PAR, Inc. is a non‑profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical services, and research.

BENEFITS:

• 9 paid holidays per year
• 3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays). PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
• 401k matching
• Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.

Shift Diff +$1/hr (12 hour shifts, 7pm-7am)

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 respect
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma / GED required
• One year of experience working in the medical and/or behavioral health field preferred.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required
• Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, In. policies

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to write accurately and legibly
• Moderate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based computers
• Ability to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach
• Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods of time
• Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds
• Good hearing and vision

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation.
• Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass a level II background check and drug screen