LPN | Medical Unit | Part Time Days

LPN Position at UF Health Leesburg Hospital

Since the doors opened more than 60 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopaedics, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, lifesaving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.

Under the direction of the unit director, charge nurse and registered nurse, the LPN is responsible for the care and safety of the patient.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates clinical care that is safe, best outcome practice with all Core Measures compliant.
• Documents care provision per departmental standards.
• Demonstrates compliance with all HCAHPS behaviors to allow patients and families to have an excellent hospital experience.
• Completes assigned work as scheduled in allotted time frame.
• Engages in departmental/hospital committees, PI projects, educational offerings to peers, mentoring/precepting of new team members.
• Attends daily huddles, general staff meetings, signs monthly unit based newsletter, completes all required competencies and mandatory education as assigned.
• Seeks training, educational, certification and enhancement in area focus/specialty.
• Demonstrates behavior standards that enhance positive interactions with physicians, peers, patients and family members.
• Completes other duties as requested/assigned.
• Facilitate patient flow by communication with physicians and coordinating with case management to facilitate discharges timely.

Qualifications

Education

• Post High School Special Training
• Completion and Proof of 30 hour Florida State Approved IV Course within 6 months of hire

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Florida Practical Nurse
• BLS

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.