LPN

Position ResponsibilitiesPatient Care ActivitiesPerforms initial re-assessment to include introduction to patient and family, vital signs, re-assessment of chief complaint and notification of physician within 15 minutes of arrival to unit.Obtains and documents a complete nursing admission re-assessment, including physiological and psychological factors to develop an interdisciplinary plan of care.Responds to diagnostic data and initiates appropriate action or intervention.Re-assesses patient education needs on a daily basis.Re-assesses psychosocial needs specific to patient's age, growth, and development.PlanningRe-evaluates plan of care as required by physician's office standards and practices.Establishes priorities for patient care based on patient needs as evidenced by completion of assigned duties within shift.ImplementationVerbalizes understanding of patient diagnosis and interdisciplinary plan of care.Safely and correctly initiates and documents nursing interventions in emergency situations.Performs 24-hour chart check at the beginning of each shift.Administers, observes, and documents intravenous therapy according to hospital policy.Administers medications within 30 minutes of scheduled time. Observes and documents effectiveness, recognizes and reports adverse reactions immediately.Provides individualized instructions to patient/significant others regarding the plan of care.Demonstrates safe and correct use of unit specific equipment.Ensures that each patient's general hygiene needs are met daily.Performs pre-operative and post operative care and instruction for each assigned surgical patient during shift.Adheres to standard precautions including hand hygiene guidelines at all times.Documents specific patient valuables on designated form when received and immediately arranges for appropriate storage.Performs dressing changes using aseptic technique.Collects and labels specimens per policy when ordered by physician.Reports all abnormal findings immediately to physician.Initiates wound and skin protocol upon identification of risk.Performs ostomy care to include irrigation, appliance usage, and reinforcement of teaching.Inserts intermittent or indwelling urinary catheter using aseptic technique.Is able to administer oxygen therapy following physician's orders.Demonstrates safe and correct use of restraints.EvaluationDocuments/reports patient responses or outcomes resulting from: nursing interventions, treatments/procedures, interpersonal interactions, and patient/family education.Evaluates and documents patient's progress towards established goals/objectives every shift.Updates/revises patient care problem list and individualized patient care standards based on patient/family responses, progress towards goals, and/or change in medical status every shift.Evaluates patient length of stay and related transfer/discharge planning needs based on anticipated problems, internal or community resources, and support systems.Professional and Staff DevelopmentObtains 100% mandatory hospital and physician's office specific inservices annually, prior to evaluation date.Plans, presents, and documents unit inservice as required by level.Documents competency in clinical skills annually.Attends staff meetings as required.Uses established lines of communication for resolution of problems and interpersonal conflict.LeadershipEnsures productivity daily by delegating assignments to immediate subordinates at the beginning of the shift and evaluates completion of duties assigned.Participates in PI program by identifying PI indicators of major aspects of care at the unit level.Collects PI data as assigned.Documents and charges supplies used daily.QualificationsLicense/Registration/CertificationCurrent Practical Nursing Licensure in State of Florida. BLS and CPR required.EducationGraduated from accredited school of practical nursing.ExperienceOne year clinical experience preferred.Benefits:Health benefitsLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageHealthcare spending accountsRetirement planPaid time offPet InsuranceTuition reimbursementEmployee assistance programWellness programOn-site housing for select positions and more!