Psychiatric Technician or LPN/LVN

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) Or Psychiatric Technician

ERP International is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) or Psychiatric Technician in support of the Naval Hospital Pensacola in Pensacola, FL. Join our team of exceptional health care professionals across the nation. Come discover the immense pride and job satisfaction ERP Employees experience in providing care for our Military Members, their Families and Retired Military Veterans! ERP International is honored to be named a 2026 Top Workplace by WTOP News! 7 Years Running. Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits! Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 11 Paid Federal Holidays! Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life and Health Savings Account available! Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement! Matching 401K!

ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors. We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states. Founded in 2006, ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide. ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.

Responsibilities

Work Schedule: Normal schedule is Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 6:00pm, 8 to 10-hr shifts to include unpaid lunch period. No Weekends, No Call, No Holidays! Job Specific Duties: The type of work may include, but is not limited to, the following: Conduct or assist in treatment and rehabilitation of patients. Perform initial basic assessment procedures including standardized psychological testing, clinical interviewing, mental status examinations, substance abuse evaluations, and psychological and nursing assessment. Identify mental health and nursing diagnoses, and provide patient education. Observe, monitor, record, and report patient's progress. Conduct or assist in conducting group and individual counseling, therapeutic community, and other related milieu activities. Institute precautionary measures to prevent patient injury or suicide. Assist patients with nutritional, hygiene, and comfort measures. Obtain and record vital signs. Coordinate with other agencies regarding specified care, treatment, prevention, rehabilitation, and administrative functions. Contact military and community agencies to obtain collateral information. Explain and interpret mental health services to patients or others. Assist in, or arrange patient referral to public, private, and military community agencies. Prepare and maintain records and reports pertaining to specialty services. Assist with care of individuals experiencing acute and post-traumatic stress reactions. Prepare and maintain treatment records. This position is in support of the Psychological Health initiative under the Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury (PH and TBI) program.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for LVN/LPN: Education: Graduate from an accredited community college, junior college, college, university, or vocational nursing program approved by the appropriate State agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Experience: A minimum of 12 months full time experience within the preceding 24 months an LPN/LVN in a mental health setting. License: Current, full, active and unrestricted license as a practical or vocational nurse. Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification. Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance. Minimum Qualifications for Psychiatric Technician: Education: Graduation from an accredited Psychiatric Technician Program; or completion of an equivalent education and experience that meets the requirement of the American Association of Psychiatric Technicians or completion of education and experience as a behavioral science specialist/technician in the United States military and proof of having completed an Armed Forces course involving psychiatric technician training or civilian course from an accredited school in the care of behavioral health patients. Experience: A minimum of 12 months full time experience within the preceding 24 months as a Psychiatric Technician. Life Support Certification: Possess a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification. Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.