Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Residential Group Home New

A healthcare facility in Florida is currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for an ongoing temporary assignment. This role offers the opportunity to work in a newly renovated environment with a focus on behavioral healthcare.

About the Opportunity:

• Shift: Day shift (7am - 7:30pm) and Night shift (7pm - 7:30am) required, with flexibility for either shift
• Schedule: Flexible, must be available to work any day of the week as coordinated directly with the Director of Nursing
• Hours: 12-hour shifts with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break
• Setting: Behavioral healthcare home with a focus on medication and health interventions for intellectually disabled residents

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring residents receive correct medications according to doctor's orders and recording them accurately
• Administering medications properly and promptly
• Monitoring therapeutic positioning, range of motion, and addressing maladaptive behaviors
• Counting and recording narcotics and controlled substances at each shift's start and end
• Ensuring accurate nursing documentation and record-keeping
• Submitting timely reports for nursing assessments and tracking forms
• Observing and reporting the effects of medications and any unusual responses

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of Nursing experience
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current and active State of Florida LPN license
• Must pass Level II Background, drug screening, PPD, and physical
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities

Desired Skills:

• 2+ years of Nursing experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Bilingual
• Previous experience in Behavioral Healthcare settings
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills