A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
Newly posted Job Description Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital is a fully integrated, state-of-the-art medical campus that includes diagnostic centers, outpatient surgery and a 24-hour emergency department. Martin North Hospital is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit, multispecialty , academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. The 44-bed Med/Surg and Urology Units on the 4 th floor at Martin Health North provide care to patients with kidney disease, high blood pressure and other related issues. The Renal Unit has 18 beds while the Urology Unit has 26 beds. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on this team, you will use your extensive knowledge and expertise to assist with timely , effective and efficient care. In this role, you will b e responsible for gathering information necessary to complete the nursing process, medication administration, documentation of treatments and care, management of equipment, patient s afety and monitoring of vital signs. Every day, you can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and their loved ones, all while taking advantage of the countless professional and educational resources offered by Cleveland Clinic. A caregiver in this position works days from 7:00AM - 7:30PM, including every other weekend . A caregiver who excels in this role will: Involve patient/family in the development of care plan . Prioritize and perform direct care to patients according to policy. Explain and document procedures and interventions. Identify and perform appropriately in emergent situations. Assist multidisciplinary team with all processes related to patient care. Delegate responsibilities to staff based on patient needs and staff competencies. Utilize and document patient safety restraints per hospital policy. Perform all IV skills including starts according to unit policy. Document medications on medication administration record (MAR). Monitor patient's response to medications and reports appropriately. Report medication errors and adverse reactions per hospital policy. Demonstrate knowledge concerning medications, including side effects. Monitor blood and blood products. Develop plan based on educational assessment. Provide patients with discharge instructions/education and facilitate a safe discharge. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Graduate of an accredited Practical or Vocational Nursing Program Current Florida licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross IV Therapy Certificate within three months of hire Knowledge of infection control practices Knowledge of quality improvement practices Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: One year experience in an acute care setting OR three years of long-term care experience
Physical Requirements:
Requires frequent walking from department to department; requires sitting at a workstation or desk; requires standing; work may include occasional pushing and/or pulling, lifting, and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs., such as files, documents and computer printouts. Work requires finger dexterity and eye/hand coordination to operate a computer keyboard at a moderate skill level.
Mental Demands:
Ability to work at a fast pace and prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests; ability to resolve conflicts among staff and to work collaboratively with department directors, physicians and other members of the healthcare team; ability to ensure operational efficiency; ability to problem-solve and make decisions; ability to exercise self-control and tolerate stress when dealing with multiple requests and/or conflicting demands from multiple customers.
Special Demands:
Needs minimal sustained direction in assessing needs, directing staff and carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities. Self-starting and self-motivating; working hours may exceed eight (8) hours per day and is based on what is needed to accomplish work at hand.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.. Pay Range Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. By embracing and understanding the diversity
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brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment. Apply Now Please mention to the employer that you saw this ad on UniversityJobs.
