Riverside Recovery of Tampa is a substance abuse center offering a full continuum of care for men and women suffering from addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders.

Position Summary:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will work in collaboration with the RN, ARNP, Director of Nursing, and Medical Director in order to ensure the safest and most comfortable experience for all clients of Riverside Recovery of Tampa.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide direct patient care to individuals struggling with substance abuse and addiction
Must have essential skills such as communication and critical thinking
Assist physicians in developing treatment plans
Ability to place PPD and obtain blood work
Obtain vital signs and Complete detox assessments (CIWA, CIWA-B, COWS) every 4 hours to monitor patient for s/s of withdrawal
Document full assessment (completed on each shift or every 12 hours) with a nursing note attached
Administer scheduled and PRN medications
Accurately complete a narcotic medication count
Educate patients on medication protocols
Knowledgeable and efficient with using EMR
Implementing verbal physician orders and authenticating in writing, within a reasonable time, and include in the patient record
Accurately reporting pertinent information during shift report
Apply infection control techniques and universal precautions.

Qualifications:

Graduate from an NLN approved nursing school
Licensed to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the State of Florida
CPR/TACT Certifications
Experience working in a fast-paced nursing environment and collaborating with interdepartmental staff
Client and customer focus
Communication, Attention to Detail
EMR knowledge
Strong understanding of HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2
Considerable knowledge/experience in nursing philosophy, policy, practices and procedures.
Full time Benefits:
401-K
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Disability
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity/Accident plan
Legal plan
Employer Paid Benefits:
$10,000 life insurance

$10,000 Short term Disability