Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - MAT 047

Lifestream Behavioral Center•Leesburg, FL

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About The Position

LifeStream is a behavioral health and social services organization that provides high-quality treatment, education, care management, rehabilitation, child welfare, primary care and homeless services to children, adolescents, and adults. Located in Central Florida, LifeStream primarily serves the residents of Lake, Citrus and Sumter Counties, with additional programs located in Orange, Marion, Hernando counties. Position Overview: LifeStream is a leading provider of behavioral health services, dedicated to delivering compassionate and high-quality care to our consumers. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate LPN'S to join our team. The LPN is responsible for providing client care and improving nursing service in an organized nursing unit. Will assist consumers in increasing interaction skills, in improving level of functioning and in gaining insight into their illness; this includes establishing a meaningful relationship with all consumers.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing meeting minimum standards of the Florida State Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferably in a mental health setting.
Must be Over the age of 21 required.
Minimum of 5 years driving experience required.
Possess a Valid FL Driver's license (within 30 days of hire if currently do not possess)
Possess a continuously valid US Driver's license for the past three years, from date of issue required.
Safe Driving record required.
Must be able to pass a Level II Background Screening
Must be able to pass a preemployment drug test.

Responsibilities

Will assist in the maintenance of a therapeutic milieu; this includes ensuring that client activities take place as scheduled.
Responsible for the provision of client care; this includes ensuring that all nursing care procedures are performed correctly.
Will function as a member of the clinical team and will participate in planning and implementing treatment goals and plans.
Responsible for documentation of all services provided to the clients; this includes ensuring that client records are complete.
Will attend all staff meetings and in-service education programs.
Will be responsible for the administration of medication in collaboration with the attending physician and the nurse in charge.
A person in this position will be required to actively participate in verbal and physical intervention services.
Collaborates with the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor and/or Nurse Manager to ensure a therapeutic environment.
Will have knowledge of the Baker Act?
Will be responsible to ensure that the civil rights of the client are in accordance with the mental health laws and the court of law.
Will advise the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor and/or Nurse Manager on all matters of concern related to client care on each scheduled shift.
Will assist consumers in increasing interaction skills, in improving level of functioning and in gaining insight into their illness; this includes establishing a meaningful relationship with all consumers.
Understanding of crisis intervention skills
Ability to successfully complete initial and annual Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM) physical restraint training and verbal de-escalation training.
The ability to comply with the regulations requiring a workplace of dignity and respect and equal employment opportunity compliance.
The ability to work collaboratively with others and to accept constructive criticism from supervisors and managers.
Willingness to abide by the company's published rules and regulations.