PHYSICIANS IMMEDIATE CARE--LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

The Nurse, Charge assists in for the operation of the nursing unit over a specific time period. They are responsible for maintaining a high level of patient care and acting as an educational resource for nurses.
Clear and Active Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license to practice in the state of Florida

• 1-3 years of experience in a Health Care Facility
• Must have knowledge of computer office/clinical software
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language

Communicating with physicians on a patient and/or resident's progress and reporting special circumstances
Assists in patient and/or resident chart audits for accuracy on orders.
Makes rounds to unit during assigned shift.
Coordinates unit huddle meeting.
Provides education to nursing staff on areas found non-compliant
Provides patient and/or resident care utilizing the nursing process and in compliance with facility nursing policies and procedures.
Conducts an individualized patient and/or resident evaluation and evaluates the total needs of the patient and/or resident, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient and/or resident's immediate condition or needs within 24 hours of admission.
Assists in developing plan of care that is individualized for the patient and/or resident reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare team.
Ensure supplies, medications and equipment is properly stored.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Administers medications and treatments according to nursing policies and procedures.
Reports patient and/or resident's condition to appropriate personnel during each shift.
Floats to other units as assigned to meet patient and/or resident's care needs.
Comply with all policies, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Provide other duties of healthcare team member
May serve as an interim department leader depending on need