LPN Licensed Practical Nurse - FT Nights - Lake Worth, FL

Company: Advanced Recovery Systems, LLC
Location: Lake Worth
Posted on: June 20, 2022

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our TEAM! New graduates are welcome to apply!Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS) is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues. With facilities in various regions of the U.S., we have been furthering this mission since our inception, applying our advanced approach to patient care. About ARS: www.advancedrecoverysystems.comThe Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health (RVPB) connects clients in southeast Florida and beyond to addiction treatment that heals. Currently, The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health is comprised of an inpatient 88-bed facility located in Lake Worth, Florida and 2 outpatient centers in nearby Atlantis, Florida and Miami, Florida. These centers allow treatment providers to meet each client's needs and administer specialized care tailored to their unique experiences.ResponsibilitiesThe Licensed Practical Nurse LPN performs a wide variety of job duties during their shifts, caring for and educating patients about their medical and psychiatric conditions; establishing trust and building rapport with patients and their families are key elements of this position. Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following:Core Job Duties:

• Resolve pending issues from the previous shift, e.g., missed or incomplete labs or treatments, incomplete admissions or discharges, missing data for continuity of care.
• Compliance Audit Related to Infection Control, e.g., glucometer, refrigerator, sharps containers, laboratory cleanliness, pests in facility, hand washing and flu campaign
• Medication storage, medication returns, medication destruction, calling pharmacy to resolve medication issues
• Order supplies, inventory management, maintain/organize supply room
• Monitor and track lab orders, monitor and track outside consults, track medical transfers
• Coordinate and plan the admission workflow, print Integra and Care 360 requisitions, assure collected samples are properly labeled
• Level of Care transfers in AVATAR
• Administrative functions, e.g., scanning documents into AVATAR, assisting with the work schedule, assisting BHT's with the creation/modification of observation sheets
• Admission and discharge audits. Check/audit the proper completion of any nursing procedure (at discretion of DON) to assure compliance.Other Required Tasks:
  • Demonstrates ability to collaborate with the treatment team in incorporating medical issues into treatment planning.
  • Demonstrates ability to participate in regular department meetings and staff meetings.
  • Demonstrates ability to interact with clients with compassion and respect.
  • Demonstrates ability to display good work habits: get things done in a timely, efficient manner with no excessive absences; is on time for scheduled shifts and prepared to begin work.
  • Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with other staff members and demonstrate the ability to work as a team member.
  • Demonstrates ability to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, responding positively to changing situations in the work setting.
  • Demonstrates objectivity and maturity under stress.
  • Demonstrates ability to accept and utilize supervision.
  • Demonstrates ability to address problems noted by supervisor.
  • Demonstrates willingness accept responsibility.
  • Demonstrates ability to complete all tasks with concern for work quality, timeliness, and efficiency.
  • Demonstrates ability to encourage efficient utilization of supplies and equipment.
  • Demonstrates the ability to provide for the preservation of personal dignity of clients.
  • Demonstrates the ability to report incident occurrences in accordance with policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates the ability to maintain safe physical environment.
  • Demonstrates the ability to comply with all regulatory and accreditation guidelines and standards.
  • Ability to maintain the confidential nature of all patients and facility activities.
  • Ability to maintain required Training & Continuing Education.
  • Ability to maintain Standards of Ethical Conduct.
  • Reports any concerns to immediate supervisor.
  • Demonstrates ability, to perform additional duties, as deemed necessary by supervisor.Minimum Qualifications
    • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
    • Certification in Practical Nursing or equivalent as per state law.
    • Licensed to practice in the State of practice.Preferred Qualifications
      • Higher education preferred.
      • Two years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse LPN preferred; behavioral health setting ideal.We offer great benefits including 401(k), paid time off plan, medical, dental, vision, and much more.The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO. We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.About ARS: www.advancedrecoverysystems.comARS on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYQrk1CXuZIAbout RVPB: www.advancedrecoverysystems.com/centers/recovery-village-palm-beach/View the Job Posting: https://careers2-advancedrecoverysystems.icims.com/jobs/4857/licensed-practical-nurse-lpn-ft-nights/job

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