Job Description
Job Description
About us
FHE Health is a healthcare institution that delivers quality, medically integrated personalized treatment for those suffering from Behavioral Health Disorders. We are in Deerfield Beach, Florida, near Fort Lauderdale. We are proud to ethically serve the South Florida community as well as the nation with our healthcare services. We specialize in addictive disorders and other behavioral health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and traumatic disorders. We employ a team of highly qualified, compassionate individuals who share in the desire to serve this vulnerable population. We provide innovative treatment by creating an environment that promotes healing and optimized learning.
Requirements of the Licensed Practical Nurse
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Psychiatric Licensed Practical Nurse provides support and professional nursing care to patients with psychiatric / behavioral health conditions, and collaborates with mental health clinical care team and follows the individualized plan to give the patient the total care and attention they need to live a productive life
Benefits of the Licensed Practical Nurse
As a full time, LPN you will be offered the following benefit options :
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Disability
- 401k
- Personal PTO
- Vacation Time
Qualifications
Graduate from accredited school of Nursing with a minimum of Associate DegreeActive Florida Licensed Practical NurseExperience working in mental / behavioral health, substance abuse setting required1+ year at an internship in related fieldCurrent CPR CertificationProof of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training or obtainedKIPU knowledge preferredEssential Job Function of the Licensed Practical Nurse
Pre-screens new patients for appropriateness for admissions based on physical assessment date, health history and daily assessmentsExcels at performing vigilant observationScreens for psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication and withdrawal symptomsExecutes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, including transcribing and administering routine and prescribed medications in accordance with procedures established by the Medical Doctor and Director of NursingRecords required documentation in electronic medical record accurately and timely.Specializes in the provision of pain management treatment through the initial process of detoxificationAdheres to HIPAA regulations protects confidential patient informationCompletes charts in a timely manner, obtaining Registered Nurses' signature as neededMay be required to perform other duties, or work at other FHE locations as requiredEssential Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Previous work with substance use disorders preferredknowledge of addiction and recovery preferredIV & Phlebotomy proficient preferredKnowledge of drug classifications and respective medication protocolKnowledge of CARF, DCF, and Joint Commission Standards, preferredKnowledge of infection control and risk management