Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

This position is responsible for the provision of direct client care and interaction under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Manager or physician. The LPN provides medication administration, wound care, patient and family education and historical data collection. Documents care provided in the clinical record. The population served includes children and adults. OSHA Statement : This position has potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.

Welcome! Your Meridian Career Starts Here!

Position Title : Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) CSU / Bridgehouse - Gainesville – Lake City

Locations : Gainesville, FL

Salary : $25.37 | Hr. | Non - Exempt

Join our community of compassionate Meridians, today!

Why Meridian?

Meridian Healthcare treats patients who struggle with mental health and substance use disorders. Our team of Meridians has been treating these conditions with humanity and compassion for more than 50 years. We have patient service centers conveniently located in 13 counties throughout North Central Florida.

Do you believe in hope, empathy, accountability, resilience, and teamwork [H.E.A.R.T.]? Join our community of compassionate Meridians, today!

We want you! We welcome your knowledge, experience, story and expertise! Here’s what you will do.

• Assists the RN / Physician in the admission process by gathering baseline data of client’s current health status.
• Transcribes verbal or telephone orders received from the physician and verifies such by “readback”.
• Transcribes physician orders to the medication administration record (MAR).
• Performs fingerstick for glucose evaluation.
• Administers medications as ordered by a physician.
• Intervenes as necessary to prevent injury to staff or other clients.
• Provides for interactions with family, to the extent possible, under HIPAA regulations.
• Provides accurate documentation of client interactions and interventions.

Who are we looking for?

Drivers Requirement

Must have a current Florida Driver's License with a clean driving record while meeting company insurance requirements.

In order to qualify as a Center Driver, the candidate must be at least 21 years of age and have an active Florida Driver's license. Motor Vehicle Record will be reviewed for eligibility. No more than 3 moving violations and / or accidents within the past 3 years and no major violations during the past 5 years.

What You Will Love!

Our Hiring Process

How To Apply

If you are interested in making an impact while positively impacting the community apply below.

Join us in our mission to bring education about mental illnesses and substance use disorders and the treatment of those affected to the world.

We transform communities from the inside out.

Meridian is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, marital status, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service or because they are a protected veteran or other non-merit-based factors.

Employment Type : Full Time

Salary : $25 Hourly

Bonus / Commission : No