LPN-PT

Operation PAR, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Clearwater, FL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide outpatient nursing services in a substance use disorder treatment setting. The role includes performing nursing assessments, patient evaluations, screenings, dispensing and administering medications, and delivering healthcare education to patients.

The nurse will collaborate with the Treatment Team to coordinate care, maintain compliance with health and safety policies, and uphold Equal Employment Opportunity

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in medical and/or behavioral health preferred.
• Florida LPN license required; valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services in outpatient treatment settings.
• Complete nursing assessments, patient evaluations and screenings.
• Dispense and administer medications as prescribed.
• Educate patients on health care topics and self-care.
• Coordinate patient care with the Treatment Team.

Skills

Accurate writing

Typing 40 wpm

Windows proficiency

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Windows

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.