LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Position Summary Responsible for providing primary care to patients, including assessment, treatment, care planning and medical care evaluation. Requires a team player with excellent organizational, computer, problem solving and customer service skills. Benefits We offer competitive wages and excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, 401K, and paid time leave. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Education and Licensing Requirements Completed nursing program from an accredited nursing school. Possession of a current and valid State of Florida License as a Practical Nurse Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Certificate. Skill Requirements Time management, problem-solving, multitasking, and prioritizing Customer service and medical care coordination Ability to initiate appropriate crisis interventions and emergency response Patient triage, in-person and on the phone Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency Position Responsibilities Obtain patient consent for care and ensure patient confidentiality. Obtain and document health history, chief complaint, vital signs and health risk factors, and assess disease condition. Provide care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations. Execute prescribed treatments and medical interventions; administer prescribed medications, and monitor and document treatment progress and patient response. Delegate as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act. Refer to/consult with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve concerns. Educate patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions. Document patient assessment and intervention data using EMR. Participate in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes. Track quality assurance data and monitor for acute and chronic care management. Ability Requirements Ability to analyze options and then counsel patients and families about choices Ability to make referrals to other providers and resources Effective oral and textual communication Ability to engage clients and families in the development and implementation of a care plan Ability to read and interpret physicians' orders and notes from other providers Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results Ability to be flexible with changing workload or patient assignments Knowledge Requirements Knowledge of nursing processes, community resources, and health care systems, structure and functions. Understanding of health care technology, equipment, and supplies. Familiarity with state law procedures Knowledge of wellness/illness, gr factors, and alternative health care Must successfully complete a drug screen and criminal background investigation. - Employer guarantees that this position pays at least the Florida State minimum wage.