What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) position at Operation Par?
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 Clearwater, 33760. 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.
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
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 :
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
HOURS / SCHEDULE : 40 hours / week - Week days and every other weekend
5 : 00AM to 1 : 30PM
5 : 00 AM - 11 : 00 AM
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS :
COMPENSATION : $24 / hour ($25 / hour on weekends). Additional $1 / hour if bilingual (English / Spanish).
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
Salary : $24 - $25