Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Urology

Ascension Healthcare; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Orange Park is seeking a Full-Time Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to provide patient care in the Urology department. The role involves administering medications, conducting assessments, and educating patients. Join a team dedicated to enhancing lives and delivering quality healthcare in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Disability benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Provide care under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
• Administer medications and observe patients for reactions.
• Educate patients about treatment plans and self-care.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to patient assessments and assure well-being.
• Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Patient Education

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Urology

+ **Schedule:** Full-Time, Days Mon.- Fri. 8AM-5PM

+ **Hospital:** Ascension St. Vincent's

+ **Location:** 1895 Kingsley Avenue Ste 903 Orange Park, Florida 32073-4410 United States

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, functioning within scope of license.

+ Contribute to the assessment of patients and assures the well-being of patients.

+ Administer medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.

+ Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services.

+ Educate patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

+ One or more of the following required:

+ Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Georgia Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Valid state license required specific to the state in which the associate works, or Compact state license specific to the state in which the associate works.

+ Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Florida Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Valid state license required specific to the state in which the associate works, or Compact state license specific to the state in which the associate works.

Education:

+ High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

+ Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

**Additional Preferences**

No additional preferences.

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension St. Vincent's is expanding in the fastest-growing county in Northeast Florida with the addition of a fourth regional hospital, Ascension St. Vincent’s St. Johns County. Serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, Ascension St. Vincent's has been providing caregivers in every discipline a rewarding career in healthcare since 1873.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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