Licensed Practical Nurse Dayshift/PRN

Prisma Recovery Center•Ft. Myers, FL

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing assessments and assists clients in completing the medical portion of their treatment plan, initial discharge plan, and aftercare plan. The nurse oversees patients’ medical and psychiatric management in coordination with the attending physician, contributes to the Treatment Team and Master Treatment Plan, and works within the scope of Florida licensure and applicable state and federal regulations. The role serves adults in a behavioral health setting and reports to the Director of Nursing; no individuals are supervised. The position works primarily indoors in a temperature-controlled environment, with potential exposure to violent situations and airborne or blood-borne pathogens. The nurse uses a computer, telephone system, fax machine, printer/scanner, and calculator. Face masks, gloves, and full personal protective equipment are used when necessary or required by the Medical Director.

Requirements

Florida Licensed Practical Nurse license.
Current CPR certification.
At least 2 years of experience in a psychiatric or substance-abuse setting; inpatient, residential, partial-hospitalization, or outpatient experience is preferred.
Graduation from an accredited college or university.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of the nursing discipline.
Knowledge of HCFA guidelines, DCF guidelines, and Joint Commission standards.
Proficiency in communication and written skills.
Knowledge of state and federal patient-confidentiality statutes, drug-free workplace policies, workplace violence, and the Corporate Integrity and Compliance Program.
Familiarity with community resources.
Ability to demonstrate objectivity and maturity under stress, respond positively to changing situations, communicate effectively, and maintain a professional image.
Knowledge of medication actions, side effects, and contraindications.
Adherence to the Association for Ambulatory Behavioral Healthcare Code of Ethics.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an inpatient, residential, partial-hospitalization, or outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

Complete the initial nursing assessment upon admission and obtain physician admission orders when the patient arrives.
Administer medications at designated medication-pass times and document services and patient progress or regress accurately and promptly in the patient chart.
Notify the Medical Director about patients’ compliance with psychiatric medication orders and possible medication reactions; assess patient needs and communicate them to the Medical Director as needed.
Collaborate with medical staff to provide medical and nursing care, and share relevant information obtained from patients or families with the treatment team.
Coordinate physician laboratory orders and outside-physician referrals, and ensure they are communicated and carried out.
Notify the medical physician promptly of abnormal medical-service reports and changes in a patient’s medical condition; report emergencies immediately and call Emergency Rescue when warranted to protect patient safety.
Perform clinical nursing activities safely and professionally in accordance with established nursing care standards.
Continue education and in-service training in accordance with policies and procedures.
Report abuse of patients’ rights immediately.
Participate in performance-improvement monitoring and evaluation activities.
Act decisively and effectively in managing staff, patients, and other employees during emergencies.
Maintain open communication with facility staff, attending clinicians and physicians, patients, families, community agencies, vendors, and health services.
Perform other duties as needed.