Licensed Practical Nurse |LPN | Outpatient Cardiology | St. Cloud

Orlando Health Heart And Vascular Institute

Our renowned cardiologists, heart and vascular surgeons, and cardiovascular professionals work together to provide award-winning care in 40 specialties, using the latest in diagnostic imaging and treatment options. Our multidisciplinary team includes more than 70 physicians in 24 locations across Central Florida, spanning Orange, Osceola, Lake, Seminole, Highlands and Okeechobee counties. As a part of Orlando Health, the Heart and Vascular Institute includes a network of community and specialty hospitals with more than 4,000 providers.

Provides and documents individualized patient care to include patient evaluation, education, medication administration, IV therapy, treatments and patient safety as directed by the RN or provider.

Orlando Health offers a great benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid Time Off (Up to 5 weeks to start) Life Insurance Extended Leave Plan (ELP) Family Care (child care, elder care, pet care) Paid Parental Leave Pet Insurance Car Insurance 100% PAID Tuition as well as tuition reimbursment & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt ALL benefits start day one

Responsibilities

Education Nursing School Graduate Successful completion of a 30-hour approved IV therapy course within 30 days of hire for inpatient/SNF only. License & Certifications Current nursing license in the State of Florida renewed every two years. Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification. Experience None

Essential Functions

Demonstrates competency in advanced practical nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit specific requisite skills. Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient's condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team. Assists RN or provider during examinations and procedures. Documents patient data, and patient education according to Orlando Health and department specific guidelines Able to perform triage functions, including assessing the patient and determining next step in care, working in collaboration as directed by the department nursing team or provider(s). Appropriately administer oral and injectable medications or immunizations per LPN scope and as directed by a provider. Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patient and family. Assumes an active role in keeping informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure, and equipment. Participates in nursing PI activities as assigned. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on the assigned unit. Demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's/area's/department's policies and procedures. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.