Nurse - OTP/MAT Ocala

Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.; Ocala (FL); In loco; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

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Generous PTO

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive salary

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on cell phone plans

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading healthcare provider in Florida is seeking a Nurse (LPN/RN) to join their team. This role involves performing assessments, initiating treatment plans, and assuming leadership in crises. Candidates must hold a valid Florida RN/LPN license and have experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit preferred. The position offers a vibrant culture, work-life balance, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities. Apply today to help make a meaningful impact in the community.

Competenze

• Clear and active license to practice as an RN/LPN in Florida.
• Preferred experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit.
• Ability to type at least 27 wpm on prescreen assessment.

Mansioni

• Perform initial physical assessments and ongoing re-assessments.
• Initiate Treatment and Nursing Care Plans.
• Assume leadership role in crisis or emergency situations.

Conoscenze

Clear and active RN/LPN license

Experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit

Typing speed of at least 27 wpm

Descrizione del lavoro

Position Title:Nurse - OTP/MAT - LPN/ RN

Location:Ocala, FL

Why Choose Meridian?

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.

We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.

About the Role

As the RN/LPN, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational excellence and strategic direction of Meridian. You will:

• Performs initial physical assessments and performs ongoing re-assessment.
• Assesses and collects data to determine client stability, safety, and pain status on admission.
• Integrates assessment findings with previously reported or documented information to determine changes in the client's status.
• Recognizes interrelationships between assessment findings, medications, and lab findings.
• Initiates Treatment Plan and Nursing Care Plan.
• Incorporates the client, family/significant other, developmental and age-appropriate needs.
• Initiates, verifies, and carries out physician orders transcribing to the Medication Administration Record as appropriate.
• Assumes leadership role in crisis or emergency situations.
• Identifies unexpected responses to treatment or other alterations in client condition that requires treatment and communicates with appropriate physician.
• Works with Nurse Manager and HR Staffing to provide appropriate staffing based on census and acuity.

What We're Looking For

• Clear and active license to practice as an RN/LPN in the State of Florida.
• Experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit preferred.
• ** Must be able to type at least 27 wpm on prescreen assessment and score at least 65% on general assessment.

Drivers Requirement

Must have a current Florida Driver's License with a clean driving record while meeting company insurance requirements.

In order to qualify as a Center Driver, the candidate must have an active Florida Driver's license. Motor Vehicle Record will be reviewed for eligibility. No more than 3 moving violations and/or accidents within the past 3 years and no major violations during the past 5 years.

What You'll Love About Working at Meridian

• Vibrant Culture: Friendly, flexible, and engaging work environment with regular celebrations and wellness events.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health insurance options, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and more.
• Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources.
• Retirement & Compensation: Competitive salary and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years.
• Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and eligibility for public service loan forgiveness.
• Perks: Discounts on cell phone plans, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help us bring hope and healing to our communities.
For information on Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and screening requirements, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.