Lpn ; Outpatient Clinic

EMBRACING OUR DIVERSITY MAKES US STRONGER

We believe that our individual differences are our strength, and it forms the foundation that allows our agency to empower individuals to experience a greater quality of life.

Our agency’s vision is that all people will be empowered to lead meaningful and productive lives among friends, relatives, and neighbors, regardless of behavioral health needs or developmental disabilities. We have been lighting the path forward into recovery by providing person-centered services to adults and children who meet the treatment criteria for substance use disorders, developmental disabilities, and/or mental health.

We are looking for a dependable and caring Licensed Practical Nurse 3 to join our Mandeville Behavioral Health Clinic. This role is critical to ensure continuous and quality care which will meet the needs of the communities we serve. Florida Parishes Human Services Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Acting with Ethics and Integrity
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  The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit.
• Communicating Effectively
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  The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
• Learning Actively
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  The ability to pursue learning, seek feedback, and integrate new knowledge to improve personal and professional performance.
• Making Accurate Judgments
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  The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
• Working Safely
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  The ability to maintain a safe work environment by following established safety rules, procedures, and practices.

Possession of a current Louisiana Practical Nurse license, a temporary permit, or a multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state plus two years of experience as a licensed practical nurse.

• Provides direct nursing care to clients receiving treatment for mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or medical illness.
• Responsible for performing individualized direct client care.
• Performs standard nursing services, which may include the following: administering prescribed medications, performing injections, maintaining documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), administering screenings, tests, and other required labs, conducting assessments and screens for new clients.
• Participates as an active member of an interdisciplinary Treatment Team.

Appointment Type: Probational Appointment

Compensation: This position is eligible for premium pay of $1.00/hour for hours worked performing direct patient care. The following rates are Special Entrance Rates (SER) established for this agency in these job titles:

• LPN 3: $22.30/hour minimum - $33.08/hour maximum

Career Progression: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 1, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 2 or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 3

Location: Mandeville Behavioral Health Clinic in Mandeville, Louisiana

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

For additional information about this vacancy, contact:

Kasi Silbernagel, HR Specialist
FPHSA Human Resources
835 Pride Drive, Suite B
Phone:
Email: HR

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.