Staff Nurse- LPN Full time

Banyan Treatment Centers•Boca Raton, FL

3d•$30 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a qualified and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care in inpatient behavioral health, mental health, and substance use treatment programs. The role works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and medical provider and focuses on patient safety, timely medical intervention, interdisciplinary collaboration, and regulatory compliance in a structured treatment environment. The Staff Nurse is a member of the clinical team and supports medical providers, Registered Nurses, nursing leadership, and treatment staff while maintaining accurate documentation, ethical standards, and accreditation readiness. The position is full-time, scheduled for three 12-hour shifts, and located in Boca Raton, Florida. It reports to the Director of Nursing.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida.
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Working knowledge of nursing standards of care for patients with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and co-occurring diagnoses.
Strong clinical assessment, documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to maintain professionalism, objectivity, and composure in high-stress or emergency situations.
Understanding of patient confidentiality, ethical practice, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of nursing experience preferred.
Experience in substance use disorder treatment and co-occurring mental health disorders in an inpatient setting strongly preferred.
Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and medical provider, in accordance with medical protocols and scope of practice.
Assist with nursing assessments and admission documentation within required timeframes; obtain RN review and co-signature as required.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments within scope of practice and provide medication education as directed.
Monitor patients’ medical status, report changes promptly, and assist with appropriate interventions, referrals, or emergency response.
Monitor psychiatric symptoms, medication effectiveness, and safety concerns, reporting changes to the RN, provider, or treatment team as appropriate.
Use sound clinical judgment during crises, including suicide-risk awareness, de-escalation, and patient-safety interventions; escalate concerns as required.
Transcribe, document, and implement provider orders accurately, including verbal orders when permitted.
Collaborate with physicians, psychiatrists, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary team members to support integrated patient care.
Communicate patient health concerns to nursing and clinical leadership and participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
Maintain timely, accurate, and complete electronic medical record documentation in accordance with licensure, accreditation, and organizational standards.
Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, Joint Commission standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Support medication management and controlled-substance processes with Compliance and nursing leadership, as applicable.
Maintain required certifications, training, and continuing education.
Participate in in-service education, department meetings, and staff meetings as required.
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, adaptability, and teamwork in a regulated healthcare environment.
Perform additional duties as assigned within scope of practice.