Licensed Practical Nurse - University Inpatient Rehab Hospital-FT Nights (1918)

CategoryLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)## DescriptionA Licensed Practical nurse performs nursing functions under the direction of a registered nurse, follows the plans of care, participates in care planning, and performs nursing actions in accord with company policy and state law.**Key Responsibilities:*** Documents, observations and care are given in accordance with company process and company policies and procedures.* Administers medications.* Administers basic nursing care measures to the rehab patient and assists in giving care to the acutely ill rehab patient relative to patient age, developmental needs, and understanding.* Admits, transfers, and discharges patients. Observes, records, and reports subjective patient symptoms.* Assists the RN in giving physical and emotional support to the patient.* Provides for dietary and fluid needs of the patient such as nourishment, feeding, tube feeding, observing and recording IV fluids and maintaining an accurate fluid intake and output.* Takes and record vital signs: temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.* Each schedule will cover a 4-week period of time.* All Division Nurse Float Team members are obligated to be scheduled 4 weekend shifts per schedule period (every other weekend, or every Saturday, or every Sunday).* Each staff member is obligated to work a minimum 2 Fridays, 2 Mondays, or a Friday and a Monday per schedule period.* Holiday rotation may be included* Must attend a full week of Orientation/Training Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm**12HR SHIFTS****Location: 3599 University Blvd South Jacksonville FL 32216****Thriving in a culture that you can be proud of, you will also receive many employee benefits such as the following:*** Competitive Pay* Comprehensive Benefits package* Vacation/Paid Time Off* Retirement Plan* Employee Discounts* Clinical Education and Professional Development Programs**Brooks Rehabilitation is a designated Magnet Hospital. This elite symbol recognizes our health-care organization is committed to the highest level of professional nursing practices, quality patient care, and dedication for a supportive and engaging work environment.**## Qualifications**Qualifications:*** Licensed as an LPN in the state of Florida.* 1 year of experience in acute care or post-acute care inpatient hospital required.* IV Certified required* Current hands on BLS certification required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brooks Rehabilitation