FACT Licensed Practical Nurse

Mental Health Resource Center • Egypt Lake-Leto, FL

5h

About The Position

The FACT Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) conducts psychiatric assessments, assesses physical health needs, coordinates referrals to community health care providers, and supports proper medication self-administration in conjunction with the Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). The LPN serves as primary case manager for an assigned group of individuals and promotes recovery, empowerment, self-determination, and decision-making for FACT participants.

The Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Program is a multidisciplinary clinical team providing comprehensive, community-based services to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Its goals include reducing hospitalization, increasing community tenure, and enhancing participants’ independence, autonomy, and quality of life. Team services include advocacy, crisis intervention, assessments, treatment planning, case management, medication support, coordination of care, community referrals, symptom education, vocational and educational support, social skills development, and assistance for families and caregivers.

Most services are provided in the community, with approximately 15% of work time spent in the office. Company vehicles are available, but team members must also use personal vehicles as needed and are eligible for mileage reimbursement. The FACT team operates during and outside standard business hours, including rotating weekend, holiday, and on-call responsibilities.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of Practical Nursing.
• Valid Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Six months of medical/surgical and/or psychiatric nursing experience.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the RBHS/MHRC Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Patient Information System within three months of employment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and use of the Internet.
• Meet MHRC/RBHS driver requirements, including a valid Florida driver’s license, required insurance coverage, and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work in a variety of settings, including homes, offices, hospitals, nursing homes, and secure units.
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions, including responding to emergencies and high-risk situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with individuals, families, providers, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment, rehabilitation, and support services in accordance with the FACT model, which is based on the PACT model.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential clinical records.
• Conduct mental health status assessments.
• Assess participants’ physical health needs.
• Coordinate referrals to community providers, support services, and community health care providers.
• Provide education on mental health symptoms, medications, and recovery.
• Ensure proper medication self-administration in conjunction with the ARNP or Psychiatrist.
• Serve as primary case manager for an assigned caseload, promoting recovery, empowerment, and self-determination.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Eleos Health HIPAA-compliant documentation tool

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree