Licensed Practical Nurse | Behavioral Health Resource Center | Day Shift | Full-time (3-12s)

UF Health; St. Augustine South (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care within the LPN scope under supervision of an RN and attending clinician. The role includes medications, IV therapy, wound care, injections, and ongoing patient assessment as part of the treatment team.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, supporting PCTs, phlebotomy, diabetes care, and patient/family education. A Level 2 DCF background check is required by the organization.

Qualifications

• LPN practicing under supervision within the LPN scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Administer oral and IV medications per plan and physician orders under RN supervision.
• Provide direct nursing care and implement individualized plans of care.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to the RN.
• Supervise Patient Care Technicians in basic patient care tasks like bathing, hygiene, linen changes, and ambulation.
• Perform phlebotomy and bedside glucose monitoring as ordered.
• Provide wound care and preventive skin care as directed by physicians.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions, medications, wellness, and follow-up care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation per policy.

Job description

Overview

As a member of the treatment team, the Licensed Practical Nurse will provide direct patient care to assigned patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and attending clinician within the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) scope of practice. Utilizing the nursing process, the LPN assumes responsibility for contribution of planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for assigned patients. The LPN plays a key role in patient bedside care: administering medications, wound care, injections, intravenous therapy and other treatment interventions. Provides continuous observation and routine assessment, reporting findings to appropriate members of the patient's treatment team.

Qualifications

Medication Administration & IV Therapy

• Administer oral and intravenous (IV) medications in accordance with the patient's treatment plan and physician orders under the supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN).
• Assist with IV medication administration and maintenance therapy under the direct supervision of the RN, including:
  • Validating prescribed IV solutions.
  • Assessing and monitoring infusion sites.
  • Administering IV therapy as ordered.
  • Monitoring IV patency and patient comfort.
  • Discontinuing IV therapy at the appropriate time as ordered by the attending clinician.

Patient Care & Monitoring

• Provide direct nursing care and implement individualized plans of care for assigned patients.
• Observe and assess patient behavior, symptoms, and responses to treatments and interventions.
• Monitor and document vital signs, reporting findings and changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Recognize signs of patient deterioration and collaborate with the RN to increase monitoring, implement appropriate interventions, or facilitate transfer to a higher level of care when necessary.

Supervision & Team Collaboration

• Provide oversight and participate in patient care activities performed by Patient Care Technicians (PCTs), including:
  • Obtaining and documenting vital signs.
  • Assisting with bathing and personal hygiene.
  • Performing linen changes.
  • Monitoring dietary intake.
  • Assisting with ambulation and other basic patient care needs.
• Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.

Phlebotomy & Diagnostic Testing

• Perform phlebotomy procedures as ordered by the attending clinician, including:
  • Determining the appropriate venipuncture method.
  • Collecting blood specimens according to ordered tests.
  • Verifying patient identification and ensuring proper specimen labeling.
  • Monitoring patients for adverse reactions during and after specimen collection.
• Conduct bedside glucose monitoring as appropriate.

Wound Care & Preventive Care

• Implement preventive care measures and monitor skin integrity.
• Perform wound care treatments according to physician orders and individualized treatment plans.
• Assess wound healing progress and patient response to treatment.
• Report changes in wound status or patient condition to the RN or supervising clinician.

Patient & Family Education

• Provide patient and family education based on assessed needs, including:
  • Health conditions and disease management.
  • Medication education.
  • Wellness and preventive health practices.
  • Follow-up care instructions and treatment compliance.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management within the scope of the position.

Level 2 DCF background check required