Staff Nurse (LPN) - PRN

About the role

Banyan Treatment Centers is a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care, offering a comprehensive continuum of services with the esteemed Joint Commission Accreditation (Gold Seal of Approval). Since our founding, we have grown into a trusted provider with 18 locations and Telehealth services nationwide. In 2023, TPG’s global impact investment through The Rise Fund enabled us to further expand our services. This partnership underscores our dedication to providing high-quality care and reinforces our financial stability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, including ASAM forms.
• Provide routine care at various levels of care.
• Identify treatment needs, integrating findings into collaborative, measurable treatment plans.
• Complete nursing documentation in accordance with facility and state requirements.
• Review medication logs and assist the medical department in a variety of tasks.
• Avoid administering medications as directed by the medical provider.
• Facilitate medication education and incorporate nursing and medical issues into treatment plans.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and referral sources to provide progress updates and coordinate post-discharge recovery plans.
• Apply clinical judgment and intervention skills in crisis situations, including risk assessments and de-escalation.
• Tailor nursing approaches to meet diverse patient needs.
• Build rapport and foster trust with patients through strong interpersonal skills.

Requirements

• Active LPN license in Florida.
• Nursing degree/diploma from an accredited school of Nursing.
• Strong assessment and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication abilities.
• Ability to maintain objectivity and empathy in patient interactions.
• Adherence to the Healthcare Code of Ethics.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission Standards.
• Knowledge of State and Federal confidentiality regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral/mental health, acute care, detox, or mental health facilities.
• Familiarity with KIPU EMR system.

Preferred Qualifications

• Empathy & Compassion: You genuinely care for patients facing substance use and mental health challenges.
• Objectivity & Professionalism: You provide nursing care and make decisions with a non-judgmental, ethical approach.
• Communication & Resilience: You build trust and rapport with patients, families, and colleagues while staying composed in difficult situations.
• Attention to Detail: You ensure patient safety and compliance through precise assessments, medication administration, and thorough documentation.
• Team Collaboration: You work cooperatively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care.
• Accountability & Integrity: You uphold confidentiality and adhere to the highest ethical standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance, Whole and Term Life Insurance, Short and Long-term disability Insurance, 401(k) Benefit with Employer Match, Paid Time Off, 7 Paid Holidays, inclusive of a floating Holiday to use at your discretion.
• Employee Assistance and Referral Programs.