Licensed Practical Nurse, Full Time Day

Kindred Hospital Central Tampa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Central Tampa is a 102-bed long-term acute care facility located in North Central Tampa. Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LVN/LPN provides nursing care within licensure scope and hospital policies.

Responsibilities include medication administration, patient assessment, pain management, and collaboration with the healthcare team to implement the plan of care. Emphasis on patient safety and coordinated discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LVN/LPN program.
• Active LVN/LPN license is required.
• BLS certification required.
• IV therapy and blood certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and patient care under RN supervision.
• Communicates changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Provides pain management education to patient and family.
• Supports rehabilitation and treatment per the care plan.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures as directed.
• Maintains patient safety and reduces medical errors.
• Interacts professionally with patients and families.
• Assists with discharge planning and coordination with Social Services.
• Performs age-appropriate care and documentation.

Skills

Medication administration

Basic computer knowledge

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Attendance

Fluent English

Education

LVN/LPN program graduate

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital Central Tampa is a 102-bed long-term acute care hospital offering the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period; featuring five negative pressure rooms. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. We are located in North Central Tampa about five miles outside downtown.

Job Summary

• Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
• Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient's condition with regard to assigned patients
• Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management
• Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice
• Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse
• Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs
• Interprets data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition
• Basic computer knowledge
• Able to organized tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments
• Must have good and regular attendance
• Must read, write and speak fluent English
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License
• BLS Certification required
• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas

Experience

• Minimum six months' prior experience in an acute care setting preferred