Licensed Practical Nurse | Family Medicine - Haile Plantation | Day Shift | Full-time

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver high level patient-centered care in a physician office setting. The role includes measuring vital signs, preparing patients for exams, assisting with procedures, and supporting patients throughout visits.

Responsibilities also cover administering medications, handling patient communications, and maintaining supplies. Occasional float to other UFHP practices may be required to meet staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Licensed LPN eligible to practice in the State of Florida.
• One year of ambulatory care or hospital experience preferred.
• Outstanding patient/customer service skills and communication required.
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record vital signs.
• Place patients in exam rooms and prepare for exams/procedures.
• Assist health care provider with exams/procedures and during patient care.
• Administer medications as directed and process patient phone calls per protocols.
• Instruct patients regarding health care and treatments; provide health status information to the provider.
• Maintain medical supply inventory and stock exam rooms; may float to other UFHP practices as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Multitasking

Communication

Team player

Job description

Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse will focus on providing high level patient-centered care in a physician office setting by measuring and recording vital signs, placing patients in exam rooms, preparing patients for exams/procedures, assisting the health care provider with exams/procedures, providing patient support during exams, maintaining medical supply inventory, and stocking exam rooms. The LPN will also provide patient care by administering medications, processing patient phone calls per practice protocols, instructing patients regarding health care and treatments, and providing health care provider with information pertaining to patients' health status. May be required to float to other UFHP practices, as needed, for staffing.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Licensed LPN eligible to practice in the State of Florida.
• One year of ambulatory care or hospital experience preferred.
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to multitask.
• Outstanding patient/customer service skills, verbal clarity, team focus, and problem-solving skills are required for the ideal candidate.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Current Licensed LPN eligible to practice in the State of Florida.Florida is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Act.
• AHA or Red Cross Basic Life Support (CPR) is required or must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment.Must maintain current Basic Life Support (CPR).Must successfully complete medication test within 30 days of hire.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation

• Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose.