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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Tri-County Human Services

Tri-County Human Services
Full-time
On-site
Bartow, FL, US
šŸ“ Location: Bartow, FL, US
šŸ’¼ Type: Fulltime
šŸ  Work: On-site

šŸ“ Description: **Position Description**


Individuals in this position perform a variety of medical duties under supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, Medical Director, or Attending Physician. Non\\-medical duties may also be performed. The evaluating supervisor may be the Director of Nursing or Program Supervisor.


**Position Expectation**


In keeping with the mission and core values of Tri\\-County Human Services, all persons served, stakeholders, and fellow employees will be treated with **dignity**, **respect,** and shown **sensitivity** to their cultural diversity.


**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**


* Takes medical histories from and conducts nursing assessments with program clients.


* Makes appropriate referrals to the Attending Physician, Psychiatrist, or counseling staff.


* Notes physician orders, assists with lab tests and physical exams, and draws blood from clients, as necessary.


* Administers prescribed medications per unit policy.


* Participates in nursing shift change report assuring that necessary information is provided to the on\\-coming nurse.


* Makes entries in client medical records in accordance with unit policy, licensing rules, and accreditation standards.


* Oversees the daily activities of clients and participates in the provision of clinical services to clients when appropriate.


* In the absence of a Registered Nurse acts as shift supervisor providing leadership and direction for Human Services Technicians.


* Performs other reasonable and related duties as assigned by Nursing Supervisor and/or Program Manager.


* Will secure an individual NPI number and apply for a State of Florida Medicaid provider number within 30 days of employment, if the incumbent does not already have such credentials.


* Incumbent will permit Tri\\-County Human Services to link this Medicaid number to Tri\\-County for billing purposes for Medicaid and other private insurance providers.



**Minimum Training and Experience**


* Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and current licensure by the Florida Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
* Experience in a mental health, substance abuse, and/or co\\-occurring treatment setting is preferred.


***Tri\\-County Human Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. M/F***
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