We are seeking compassionate, non-judgmental, and highly empathic individuals to join our specialized medical team as a Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Operation PAR’s Medication Assisted Patient Services (MAPS) program in Port Charlotte, 33953. This is a critically important position that offers a unique opportunity to impact meaningful and positive change in the lives of individuals suffering from the effects of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). If you are searching for a job with meaning and purpose – doing work you can truly feel proud of at the end of each day, then please review the job details below and consider applying today.

Note: Although working in the field of behavioral health treatment is incredibly rewarding, it’s not for everyone. It takes a special kind of person to do the work that we do. There are unique challenges in working with the substance use disorder treatment population, and not all stories have happy endings. Having a high level of emotional fortitude is a must.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical service, and research. PAR’s Medication Assisted Patient Services (MAPS) Program provides quality out-patient opioid maintenance therapy to individuals suffering from the effects of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD).

BENEFITS:

• 9 paid holidays per year
• 3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays). PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• 401k matching
• Tuition reimbursement

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provides nursing care to patients in an outpatient, substance use disorder treatment setting. Works with the program physician and other members of the treatment team to coordinate patient care. Duties include:

• Administering patient assessments, evaluations, and screenings.
• Dispensing & administering medications (e.g., methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone, naloxone)
• Providing patients with health care education.
• Medical charting & documentation.

COMPENSATION: $24/hour ($25/hour on weekends). Additional $1/hour if bilingual (English/Spanish).

HOURS/SCHEDULE: 40 hours/week within the following shifts: 5 days a week

• Monday 5:00AM to ~1:00PM
• Tuesday 5:00AM to ~1:00PM
• Wednesday 5:00AM to ~2:00PM
• Thursday 5:00AM to ~1:00PM
• Friday 5:00AM to ~12:00PM
• Saturday 5:00AM to ~11:00AM
• Sunday 5:00AM to ~11:00AM

LICENSES, CERTIFICATION AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Florida Nursing License
• Valid Florida Driver's License
• Must pass level II background and drug screen

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to manage time and resources
• Ability to speak coherently and convey concepts
• Computer proficiency required

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to write accurately and legibly
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach
• Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods of time
• Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds
• Good hearing and vision

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Operation PAR Inc is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use.

EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP