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.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position provides nursing care to patients in an inpatient, substance abuse setting. The Licensed Practical Nurse would be responsible for administering care, observing, re-assessing, and documenting medical issues as well as providing other services authorized by licensure. This also includes administering client medications, screenings and providing the patient with health care education. This position has the opportunity for cross-training to be an assistant supervisor.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required
- High School Diploma / GED required
- One year of experience working in the medical and/or behavioral health field preferred
- Valid Florida driver's license
Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Operation PAR Inc is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use.
EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Addiction Medicine
- Psychiatry
Physical setting:
- Rehabilitation center
- School
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Supplemental schedule:
- Holidays
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- LPN (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Saint Petersburg, FL 33709 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Saint Petersburg, FL 33709: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24
