- Professional
- Office in Port Richey
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 services, and research.
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.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATION AND REGISTRATIONS:
- Valid Florida LPN license
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
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass a level II background check and drug screen
Valid and current driver's license
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
