Centerstone·Fort Myers, Florida
The LPN performs comprehensive psychiatric and mental health assessments and manages medication administration and monitoring. They collaborate with a treatment team to provide healthcare education and maintain clinical documentation standards.
Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
Functions as staff LPN utilizing the nursing process with performing comprehensive psychiatric /mental health assessments. Evaluates mental status and refers clients to other treatment providers when necessary. Assumes primary responsibility and accountability for ones nursing practices as defined in the state specific Code of Nursing Practice, as it pertains to a licensed practical nurse and functions under the supervision of an RN or physician.
Essential duties & responsibilities
Performs comprehensive psychiatric /mental health assessments, evaluates mental status and refers to other treatment providers when necessary.
Monitors changes in health status, including but not limited to vital signs, weights, nutritional status and disease states.
Administers and monitors medications as ordered. Monitors medication effectiveness, side effects and compliance. May perform assessments for any side effects/EPS.
Provides phone triage and addresses medication issues with consumer when necessary. Provides proper education and guidance as necessary. Assists patients with accessing medications including obtaining prior authorizations and accessing prescription assistance programs.
Provides healthcare education to clients and/or families or staff as assigned.
Provides CLIA Waived laboratory testing as ordered. Maintains CLIA waived laboratory environment including Quality Control testing and documentation. Monitors received laboratory values and reports abnormal values as required. Phlebotomy may be required.
Provides employee health services as directed, including annual influenza vaccination clinics and staff TB skin testing.
Works in collaboration with other members of the treatment team and in collaboration with external health care providers as necessary. Nurses may provide direct physical supervision to Certified Medical Assistants and delegate tasks in accordance with the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act and other applicable regulations.
Completes clinical documentation within organization’s policy standards.
Maintains all mandatory trainings up to date.
May provide assigned residential nursing services as directed.
Knowledge, skills & abilities
Must have the ability to work cooperatively with all staff and physicians and function as a valuable member of the treatment team.
Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.
Years of Experience
Minimum of six months to one year experience in psychiatric or equivalent mental health related nursing experience is preferred.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Physical requirements: Standing – 10%
Sitting – 90%
Squatting – Occasional
Kneeling – Occasional
Bending – Occasional
Driving – Occasional
Lifting – Occasional
Time Type: Full time
$25.00-$27.00
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.
Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.
Market context
In Florida, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospice, hospital, and other care settings, especially for RNs who can work independently and adapt to varied patient needs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for current RN licensure, at least one year of experience, active BLS certification, and reliable transportation, while benefits commonly include health insurance, professional development, and a supportive work environment. Before applying, confirm your license, BLS status, and driving readiness, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
