Primary Care LPN
APALACHEE CENTER INC
Summary
Assists Physicians/APRNs with patient care and follow-up providing direct and indirect patient care in an outpatient clinical setting. Applies current nursing principles and techniques in the care and treatment of patients. Provides nursing assessment, monitoring, education, and treatment services and activities. Documents all care provided in the patient record. Collaborates and coordinates service provision with the behavioral health Care Managers and Psychiatrists/psychiatric APRNs.
Job description
Essential/Core Job-Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Interviews patients, obtains vital signs, prepares patients and assists APRN with patient exams and/or treatment. Documents care provided in accordance with unit procedures.
- Receives, documents and implements/carries out physician/APRN orders in accordance with unit procedures. Provides and documents direct nursing care in accordance with unit procedures and approved Treatment Plans/physician's orders.
- Administers medication and documents administration in accordance with Agency procedures. Verifies proper identification of patient using two identifiers for each medication administration.
- Provides patient education (e.g., medication compliance, self-care skills, health maintenance, etc.), in compliance with treatment plan.
- Organizes Outpatient clinic in accordance with Physician/APRN guidance and direction. Stocks and reconciles clinic supplies (i.e., syringes, sharps containers, etc).
- Completes or coordinates processing of laboratory forms. Reviews and files lab results in accordance with unit procedures. Notifies physician/APRN of any abnormal findings.
- Ensure medication storage and disposal meet all required standards and policy.
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Requirements
- Official transcripts from approved vocational or technical school
- Licensure as a practical nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464
- Must obtain and maintain current CPR, First Aid, and CPI certifications
- Minimum of one (1) year of LPN experience preferred
- Previous psychiatric and/or substance abuse experience preferred
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Basic life insurance
- Long term disability
- Paid time off
Company overview
Apalachee Center Inc is a comprehensive behavioral healthcare provider serving communities in North Florida, with a primary focus on the Tallahassee region. As a leading mental health care organization, it offers a wide range of services including crisis intervention, outpatient counseling, psychiatric care, substance abuse treatment, and community-based support programs. The center operates as a critical resource for individuals and families dealing with mental health challenges, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. With a commitment to accessible, quality care, Apalachee Center provides evidence-based treatments and recovery-oriented services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its community. The organization plays a vital role in the local healthcare ecosystem by offering integrated behavioral health services, prevention programs, and crisis stabilization units that serve as alternatives to hospitalization for individuals experiencing acute mental health episodes.