Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN Recovery Centers of America - 2.8 Mount Dora, FL Job Details Full-time $24 - $32 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications LPN Full Job Description Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Recovery Centers of America is looking for a full-time (36 hours), day shift (7am-730pm), LPN to join their team!
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plans, directs, and coordinates medically approved programs for patients at Recovery Centers of America's location in Mount Dora, FL. The LPN may assess a patient's condition, make recommendations, and may assist the Registered Nurse with individual patients and/or groups of patients to meet their physiological, psychological, safety, and general health needs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assess the physiological and behavioral health status of the patient. Completes initial assessment and develops the plan of care. Recognizes reports and acts upon reports of deviation in diagnostic studies. Accurately assesses and documents vital signs and signs of pain and ensures treatment of pain. Communicates and documents client's psychosocial status. Collaborates with treatment team to include ancillary departments to determine appropriate treatment/discharge plan. Assists the client in understanding the nature of the disease of addiction and the need for treatment. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. Completes necessary documentation as required by organization Policies and Procedures. Maintains patient confidentiality. Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping. Follows established policies and procedures for verification of narcotic counts. Administers medications according to organization policy. Verifies the MAR for correct medication and administration times. Monitors behavioral changes which may be related to medication administration. Provides courteous, high-quality service to patients and their loved ones by responding to requests for service or making appropriate referrals in a timely manner. Works effectively with and through others including those whom there is no formal authority over. Makes good decisions based on sound understanding and evaluation of relevant information; gathers information and involves others as appropriate. Demonstrates concern for meeting patient needs in a manner that provides satisfaction for the patient within the resources that can be made available. Identifies problems, involves others in seeking solutions, conducts appropriate analyses, searches for best solutions; responds quickly to new challenges. Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills. QUALIFICATIONS
State Practical Nursing license required. Current BLS certification preferred (or must complete during orientation period) One year of experience in a behavioral hospital is desirable, but incumbent may be a recent graduate; phlebotomy skills preferred. Knowledge of health care, detoxification process, addiction, co-occurring disorders, and DSM Criteria preferred. Ability to read and interpret written information; write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; and participates in meetings. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred. Critical thinking skills and ability to formulate accurate nursing assessment. Competency in performing CLIA waived testing. Proficiency in screening/assessing for suicide ideation and aggression. Ability to safely administer medications. About RCA Recovery Centers of America (RCA) was founded with the mission of saving millions of lives from the disease of addiction. RCA is growing and has 13 locations offering best-in-class, evidence-based inpatient, outpatient, and medication-assisted addiction treatment. Our clinical expertise, modern facilities and expansive list of services are highly respected in the addiction treatment industry. RCA believes patients who are treated well get well sooner and stay well. We treat every patient with dignity, discretion, and respect. Please note:
A former patient may not be hired at the same location where they were treated until a minimum of one year has elapsed since the completion of their treatment at that location. Former patients may be considered for employment at locations within RCA other than where they were treated within a year after treatment. Recovery Centers of America provides equal opportunity in employment and in the provision of services. We do not discriminate on the basis of race (including hair type, texture, or style), color, age (40 and over), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, and differences in sex development), ancestry, national origin (including Limited English Proficiency), religious creed, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position requires background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Applicants may review important information about the screening process at: https://info.flclearinghouse.com Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$24.00 - $32.00 per hour Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): What are your salary requirements? Work Location:
In person
