Senior Licensed Practical Nurse - Mental Health Care

Florida; Chattahoochee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental & vision

Retirement plan

Nine holidays + 1 Personal Holiday

Tuition waiver

Job summary

The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks a Senior Licensed Practical Nurse to support Nursing Services within the unit. The role provides professional nursing care to residents, administers medications, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team in a psychiatric/medical setting.

Candidates must hold Florida LPN licensure and have at least one year of nursing experience. Comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities are available in a state service environment.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a practical nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464.
• One year of professional nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments to residents as prescribed.
• Provide nursing care in psychiatric/medical settings under supervision.
• Coordinate resident appointments and accompanying staff.
• Assist with clinical procedures and documentation.
• Maintain equipment and supplies in assigned areas.

Skills

Nursing principles

Anatomy & physiology

Medical equipment use

Medication administration

Patient interaction

Clinical documentation

Assessment & monitoring

Care coordination

Communication

Teamwork

Education

LPN licensure (Florida)

Job description

The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks a Senior Licensed Practical Nurse to support Nursing Services within the unit. The role provides professional nursing care to residents, administers medications, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team in a psychiatric/medical setting.

Candidates must hold Florida LPN licensure and have at least one year of nursing experience. Comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities are available in a state service environment.