Licensed Practical Nurse

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived. Position Licensed Practical Nurse Hourly Rate: $29 Full-Time: third shift Location: Jacksonville, Florida 32244 This role offers opportunities to continue your nursing career path in a setting that provides variety and rewarding challenges. You will perform high-impact work by providing nursing services, training, and supports to address the medical or psychiatric needs of individuals with brain injury, intellectual and developmental disability, substance use disorder, or who have an emotional or behavioral disability. Responsibilities Monitor the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided. Administer medications and provide documentation, as well as oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications. Provide prescribed medical treatment by physician’s orders and personal care services. Conduct assessments, implement health care services to be included in each Individual Service Plan (ISP), and respond to changes of condition. Provide training to staff members including universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration. Serve as liaison and advocate with other medical and professional service providers and work with external agencies to coordinate services and ensure consistent treatment of individuals receiving care. Provide training for individuals served on topics including self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD prevention, and smoking cessation. Qualifications Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field, or state certificate One year of experience working with the population served in a nursing capacity Current state LPN licensure for state of residence Other certifications as required by state licensing regulations such as CPR/FA and HIV/AIDS certification, BBP, and ACT training Ability to effectively communicate with staff, individuals served, and families Why Join Us Full-time and as-needed schedules available Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holiday pay Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, and working alongside a great team of coworkers Job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities We have a rewarding work environment for you – come join our team – Apply today. Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. As an equal opportunity employer, Sevita does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sevita