Licensed Practical Nurse- Talent Pipeline- Emergency Department

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs selected nursing acts in the care of the ill, injured, or infirm patient under the direction of a registered nurse. Under the direction of the registered nurse, provides nursing care in accordance with departmental and h hospital policies and procedures. This LPN functions as unit coordinator for the department unit.

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As an Emergency Room LPN you will:

• Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), assesses and identifies patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients.
• Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures appropriate to patient needs.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and current documentation of nursing care to support communication and continuity of care among the healthcare team.
• Operates the order communication system and enters orders into the computer accurately.
• Transcribes physician orders in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Follows established processes for patient transfers and discharges.
• Ensures required supplies and services are ordered and available to support unit operations.
• Maintains current licensure, certifications, and required competencies.
• Holds IV therapy certification and, under the direct supervision of an RN or physician, may:
  • Mix and hang primary and secondary IV solutions.
  • Administer IV push medications, including narcotics.
  • Perform heparin and saline flushes without direct RN supervision, as permitted.
• In the Emergency Department, does not administer antiarrhythmic medications or medications associated with conscious sedation procedures.
• Evaluates patient care, reassesses patient responses, and modifies interventions as needed to meet patient and family needs and ensure quality outcomes.
• Supports departmental and organizational operations by performing additional duties as assigned.
• May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather events and/or disasters.

Minimum Education
 

• Technical Diploma/Certificate Practical Nursing Required
• Certificate of Completion IV Therapy Certification Required

Licenses and Certifications
 

• Licensed Practical Nurse State of Florida or eligible compact state Upon Hire Required
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required
• National Institutes Of Health Stroke Scale (NIH) within 90 Days Required
• ACLS Provider (ACLS) American Heart Association within 1 Year Required
• CPI within 90 Days Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
 

• Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills.
• Must have superior multi-tasking and prioritizing skills, as well as organizational skills.
• IV therapy certification skill complete.