We invite you to join our team of excellent dedicated care providers. This full-time opportunity offers 12-hour shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., just three days a week—designed to support flexibility and work–life balance. This position requires an eligible background check clearance from Florida Clearinghouse. Clearinghouse information can be found at the following address https://info.flclearinghouse.com
PSITION FUNCTION/OVERVIEW:
This position plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive mental health care through the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Responsibilities include monitoring and supporting patients' psychiatric and physical well-being, administering medications, facilitating therapeutic communication, and ensuring a safe and structured environment throughout the patient’s stay.
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Promote the mission, values and vision of the organization.
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Provide excellent customer service for patients and patients; practices confidentiality and privacy protocols in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
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Under supervision of a Charge Nurse, assists in the assessment of the physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients in the units.
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Implements individualized treatment programs as directed by the Health Care
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Practitioner.
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Count controlled substances, syringes, needles and sharps at the beginning of
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each shift with another staff member and sign count logs.
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Implements clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established
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policies, procedures and protocols. Intervenes with proper safety techniques,
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procedures and standard precautions.
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Obtains lab specimens and performs EKG’s using proper techniques and procedures. Communicates information to ancillary departments using established referral process.
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Admissions/Intakes
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Provide patient assessment and communicate any alerts, Qs, or flags for concerns based on reported history and/or current presentation.
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Obtain physician's orders
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Reviews, explains and obtains patient signature on all admissions paperwork
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Obtains the patient’s vital signs and medical history.
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Administer medication as prescribed by facility medical providers.
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Respond to any medical emergency on property, provide assistance to other floor nurses, or direct care staff, delegate communication and coordination of emergency events.
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Complete COWs and CIWAs as ordered by the medical provider.
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Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with other departments.
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Monitor email communications and respond appropriately as it pertains to the nursing department.
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Follow up on any patients admitted to the hospital, completing nurse to nurse reports and obtain any medical records for review.
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Complete daily medical equipment logs to ensure compliance (oxygen tank, AED, Glucometer, Fridge Temp, etc.)
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Complete nursing notes in accordance with company policy and procedure, meeting documentation timelines.
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Performs other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
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Degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing or related field preferred.
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Current LPN or RN license – Florida.
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One (1) year experience of clinical, preferred.
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Strong understanding of local, state and federal laws and guidelines.
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Working knowledge of Joint Commission standards; preferred.
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Relevant computer software and hardware applications proficiency – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Electronic Medical Records, Billing Systems and/or other scheduling applications; preferred.
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Must be able to maintain CPR certification.
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Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
