Job Details

Job Title: LPN-Crisis Care

Location: Marion County

Position Type: Full Time, 8p-8a/Rotating weekends

About Us: Empath Health is committed to compassionate, high-quality care. We value diversity and adhere to the highest standards, as reflected by our Deemed Status from the Joint Commission.

Job Duties:

• Recognize and practice within the limitations of responsibilities according to educational preparation and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Provide ongoing monitoring of physical, functional, psychological, social, and spiritual and safety needs of the Patient/Family/PCG and performs appropriate emergent skilled interventions, treatments, follow-through or referral in collaboration with Primary RN following the Plan of Care.
• Responsible for reviewing patient progress report prior to shift.
• Arrives on time for shift change to begin report and narcotic counts.
• Provide skilled, competent nursing care under the direction of the Primary RN to crisis care team patients and their families.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Education and/or Experience: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licensure:
  • Valid Florida LPN License.
  • Valid Florida State Driver’s License.
• Continuing Education: As required for licensure.
• Certifications:
  • Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
  • Current IV Therapy certification preferred. Must obtain the certification within six months of hire date.
• Post Offer Employment Testing (POET) or Fit for Duty examination (as necessary) with “Capable” result required.
• Additional experience in other health care settings desirable.
• For field-based positions, employees must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must provide proof of valid automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in the employee’s HR file.
• The ability to type 25 wpm is highly preferred. Must receive a passing grade on a pre-employment computer literacy evaluation.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact in patient care.
• Work in a supportive and diverse environment.
• Commitment to safety and quality care.

Empath Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.