LPN

Job Description

Job Description

BROOKWOOD GARDENS

NURSING AND REHABILITATION

JOB DESCRIPTIONLICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) – FULL TIME

Department: Nursing Services
Position Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Employment Status: Full-Time
Reports To: Director of Nursing (DON) / Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / RN Supervisor
Location: Homestead, Florida
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: As Assigned, Including Weekends and Holidays as Required

POSITION SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and quality nursing care to residents at Brookwood Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), licensed physician, or other authorized healthcare practitioner, consistent with Florida's Nurse Practice Act.

The LPN provides direct resident care, administers prescribed medications and treatments, monitors and reports changes in resident conditions, maintains accurate clinical documentation, and assists in coordinating nursing services.

The LPN is expected to demonstrate professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and a commitment to maintaining residents' dignity, safety, comfort, and overall well-being.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Resident Care and Nursing Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in accordance with physician orders, individualized care plans, facility policies, and established nursing standards.

• Collect and document resident health information, vital signs, symptoms, and observations within the LPN scope of practice.

• Monitor residents for changes in physical, mental, emotional, and functional condition.

• Promptly report significant changes in resident condition to the RN Supervisor, physician, or appropriate nursing leadership.

• Implement prescribed nursing interventions and assist with established resident care plans.

• Provide wound care, dressing changes, catheter care, and other nursing treatments within the LPN's authorized scope of practice and demonstrated competency.

• Assist with resident admissions, transfers, discharges, and readmissions as assigned.

• Promote resident comfort, independence, dignity, and safety.

2. Medication Administration and Treatments

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments accurately and timely, within the LPN's authorized scope of practice.

• Follow the established medication administration procedures and applicable safety standards.

• Monitor and report medication side effects, adverse reactions, and resident responses to treatments.

• Maintain accurate Medication Administration Records (MARs) and Treatment Administration Records (TARs).

• Follow facility policies for medication storage, handling, administration, and disposal.

• Maintain proper documentation and accountability of controlled substances.

• Immediately report medication errors, omissions, discrepancies, or suspected diversion in accordance with facility procedures.

• Perform intravenous therapy only as permitted by Florida law, applicable training requirements, demonstrated competency, and facility policy.

3. Resident Monitoring and Reporting

• Monitor residents for signs of infection, pain, skin breakdown, dehydration, falls, and other potential complications.

• Obtain and record vital signs and other required clinical observations.

• Promptly communicate significant changes in resident condition to the RN or appropriate authorized healthcare practitioner.

• Carry out new and updated physician orders within the LPN's authorized responsibilities.

• Document resident responses to nursing interventions and prescribed treatments.

• Assist with the implementation of fall prevention, infection prevention, and pressure injury prevention measures.

4. Nursing Staff Coordination and Teamwork

• Provide guidance and direction to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) regarding assigned resident care activities, consistent with applicable delegation and supervision requirements.

• Monitor completion of assigned resident care tasks.

• Communicate resident care concerns, staffing issues, and incomplete assignments to nursing leadership.

• Promote teamwork, respectful communication, and accountability among nursing personnel.

• Assist CNAs with resident care when necessary to ensure resident needs are met.

• Maintain professional working relationships with nursing staff, residents, families, and other departments.

5. Documentation and Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely nursing documentation in the facility's electronic medical record system.

• Document medications, treatments, resident observations, changes in condition, physician notifications, and nursing interventions.

• Follow applicable Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements, Florida regulations, and facility policies.

• Maintain resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and applicable privacy laws.

• Protect and promote resident rights, dignity, privacy, and personal preferences.

• Follow infection prevention and control practices, including appropriate hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment.

• Report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or misappropriation of resident property immediately, consistent with mandatory reporting requirements.

• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities as assigned.

6. Emergency Response and Resident Safety

• Recognize and respond promptly to resident emergencies.

• Initiate appropriate emergency interventions within the LPN scope of practice and facility protocols.

• Perform CPR/BLS when indicated and consistent with current certification.

• Notify the RN Supervisor, physician, and other appropriate personnel of emergencies or significant changes in resident condition.

• Assist with emergency transfers and ensure accurate communication of relevant resident information.

• Complete required incident documentation accurately and timely.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized nursing environment.

7. Communication and Resident Relations

• Communicate professionally and respectfully with residents, families, physicians, and coworkers.

• Provide resident and family education within the LPN's scope of practice and established care plan.

• Address resident concerns promptly and report unresolved matters to nursing leadership.

• Participate in shift-to-shift reports to ensure continuity of resident care.

• Communicate outstanding treatments, changes in condition, pending orders, and resident care concerns to the incoming nursing staff.

• Demonstrate patience, compassion, and sensitivity to residents' individual needs.

8. Professional Conduct and Attendance

• Report to work as scheduled and maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.

• Follow assigned work schedules, attendance policies, and call-out procedures.

• Maintain professional behavior, appearance, and communication at all times.

• Follow facility policies regarding personal electronic devices, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.

• Attend mandatory in-service training, staff meetings, and educational programs.

• Maintain current licensure, required certifications, and clinical competencies.

• Follow instructions from nursing leadership and comply with established facility procedures.

• Perform additional duties as assigned that are consistent with professional licensure, training, and applicable laws.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Licensure

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing program.

• Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Florida or valid multistate license authorizing practice in Florida.

• Current CPR/BLS certification as required by facility policy.

Experience

• Previous nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or long-term care setting preferred.

• Experience in geriatric nursing and medication administration preferred.

• Experience using electronic medical records preferred.

• New graduates may be considered based on qualifications, training, and facility needs.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of practical nursing principles, medication administration, and resident care procedures.

• Ability to recognize and promptly report changes in resident condition.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to follow physician orders and established nursing care plans.

• Ability to prioritize resident care responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

• Ability to work cooperatively with RNs, CNAs, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.

• Commitment to resident safety, quality care, and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to perform duties within the authorized LPN scope of practice.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during assigned shifts.

• Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and assist with resident mobility and transfers using appropriate equipment and safe patient-handling techniques.

• Ability to perform nursing procedures and respond promptly to emergencies.

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

WORK SCHEDULE AND ATTENDANCE EXPECTATIONS

• This is a full-time position with assigned hours based on facility operational needs.

• Employees must report to work on time and remain on duty throughout their assigned shifts, except as authorized.

• Weekend, holiday, and rotating shift assignments may be required.

• Employees must comply with established scheduling, attendance, and call-out procedures.

• All hours worked must be accurately recorded, and overtime must be authorized in accordance with facility policy and applicable wage and hour laws.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The Licensed Practical Nurse is expected to:

• Provide safe, competent, compassionate, and timely resident care.

• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and established procedures.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

• Promptly recognize and report significant changes in resident condition.

• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, teamwork, and accountability.

• Maintain positive and respectful relationships with residents, families, and coworkers.

• Follow nursing leadership instructions and facility policies.

• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations and nursing standards.

• Support a safe, respectful, and resident-centered care environment.

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