Position Description:

Mental Health Resource Center, is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide and oversee care for patients at our Northside inpatient facility.

The crisis stabilization units provide services for adults, adolescents, and children. Most patients are admitted involuntarily to the facility via the Baker Act, the mental health act of Florida. The normal length of stay on the unit for patients is typically 3-5 days. Due to the types of services provided, crisis stabilization units are a fast paced working environment and present employees with challenging and rewarding opportunities. Employees work together and support one another in a friendly, team oriented atmosphere.

We provide a variety of training, including but not limited to Crisis Intervention, CPR, Diagnosis and Behaviors, Ethics, and Confidentiality. MHRC is a an approved Continuing Education provider with the Department of Health in Florida and many in-house trainings provide free CEUs for employees.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting the Registered Nurse (RN) in assessing the needs and problems of each patient and planning appropriate and specific care. Under the supervision of the RN, the LPN is responsible for administering medications and assisting the Physician Assistant (PA), Nurse Practitioner (ARNP), and Psychiatrist in coordinating and implementing the medical and psychiatric care of the patient.

Position Requirements:

In order to be considered candidates must have a valid State of Florida Licensed Practical Nurse license and six months of nursing experience as an LPN or 2 years of patient care experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant required.

Licensed Practical Nurses need to make sound decisions independently and demonstrate good judgment on a daily basis, including but not limited to recognizing emergencies and life threatening situations and responding appropriately.

Strong communication skills are essential and this individual must be able to interact appropriately with internal and external customers, including families, caregivers, community service providers, supervisory staff and other department professionals.

Each employee contributes to the completeness and confidentiality of clinical records by ensuring documentation, paperwork and system entries meet internal and external guidelines for content, accuracy and timeliness.

Position Details:

Baylor: Every Saturday and Sunday, 7:00pm to 7:30am/ MHRC North/ Adult Unit

Sign-on bonus available. Full time positions offer a comprehensive benefits package.

PRN opportunities available.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Physical setting:

• Acute care

Standard shift:

• Overnight shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays

Weekly schedule:

• Every weekend
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
PPE required at all facilities. Limited visitors at all facilities. Temperature checks for staff, patients, and visitors. 6 foot social distancing, when possible.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• med/surg: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)

Work Location: One location

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