What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN position at Operation PAR, Inc?
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
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.
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- 401k matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.
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:
- Treatment program / hospital environment
- 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 (https://info.flclearinghouse.com) and drug screen
Salary : $27