LPN, Skilled Nursing Facility

Department: Skilled Nursing Status: Part-Time Schedule: Second 3:00pm-11:00pm Title: LPN Orlando Health – Health Central Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is dedicated to providing professional, compassionate care that enriches and enhances our residents' lives. Located in a quaint Winter Garden neighborhood, Health Central Park features a beautifully landscaped courtyard, gazebos and grilling areas for personal visits with family and friends. A variety of programs distinguish Health Central Park as a respected nursing and rehabilitation center, establishing it as a leader in long-term care and rehabilitation. Position Summary 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. Responsibilities 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. Qualifications Education/Training Nursing School Graduate Successful completion of a 30-hour approved IV therapy course within 30 days of hire for inpatient/SNF only. Licensure/Certification Current nursing license in the State of Florida renewed every two years. Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification. Experience None #J-18808-Ljbffr