Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory

Lee Health; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Lee Health in Cape Coral, FL, seeks a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for LPG Convenient Care - South Cape. The role focuses on patient care, accurate data collection, and safe administration of treatments and medications under the guidance of a registered nurse.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, nursing program graduate, Florida LPN license, and BLS certification. Experience in physician practice/outpatient settings is preferred; weekend/evening hours may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of accredited Practical/Vocational Nursing program.
• Current Florida LPN license.
• BLS (American Heart Association) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe patient care and accurate data collection.
• Administer treatments and medications as directed.
• Document care using the Electronic Health Record.
• Communicate with care team to achieve desired patient outcomes.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School

Practical/Vocational Nursing program

Job description

Department: LPG Convenient Care - South Cape

Work Type: Part Time

Shift: Shift 1/6:45:00 AM to 7:15:00 AM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$22.34 - $29.04 / hour

Summary

Responsible for providing an excellent customer experience while ensuring patient care is delivered safely, effectively and efficiently. This position is responsible for the collection of patient health data and the safe delivery and documentation of selected acts such as administration of treatments and medications. Responsible for collecting data either directly or telephonically in a systematic and ongoing manner, which is based on patient response to treatments, medications and changes in condition. Responsible for the implementation of patient care and patient education, which follows providers orders or falls under the guidance and discretion of a registered nurse, while incorporating knowledge of patient's age and cultural diversity. This position ensures that the care delivered is safe and meets the requirements of the Florida Nurse Practice Act, licensure, regulatory agencies and Lee Health policies and procedures. Responsible for professional communication, patient education and collaboration with other health care team members to ensure the achievement of desired patient outcomes.

Requirements

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of accredited Practical/Vocational Nursing program required.

Experience: Physician Practice/Outpatient experience preferred.

Certification: BLS (American Heart Association/Basic Life Support) required. 30-hr IV course may be required based on specialty.

License: Currently licensed as an LPN in the state of Florida.

Other: Above average written and verbal communication skills. Adaptable and participative with technological changes. Proficient use of Electronic Health Record (EHR) preferred. Early/late hours and/or weekends may be required.

Lee Health
is located in
Fort Myers/
Cape Coral,
Florida

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