LPN

Miami Jewish Health; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Jewish Health is seeking an LPN for the PACE program to provide nursing care to assigned participants under supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role includes administering medications, initiating IV therapy, and counseling patients and families.

Ideal candidates are graduates of an accredited Practical Nursing program with Florida licensure and BLS certification, able to work in a team, and bilingual in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Current licensure by the Florida State Board of Nursing.
• BLS certification required.
• One year of experience as an LPN.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to assigned participants under RN supervision.
• Administers medications and initiates IV therapy per rules and procedures.
• Counsels or teaches patients/families as planned by RN.
• Communicates patient data to other caregivers per reporting guidelines.
• Maintains documentation to established standards.
• Participates in Interdisciplinary Team activities.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse

Team collaboration

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Practical nursing diploma

Tools

IV Therapy Equipment

Medication administration devices

Job description

Brief Description

Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. We operate Florida PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Centers, the largest PACE program in Florida, which serves as health plan, healthcare provider, and social center designed for older adults with complex medical needs. We have four adult day health centers that serve participants in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

Job Title

LPN PACE

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Registered Nurse, provides nursing care to assigned participants.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs care for assigned participants per established department guidelines, policies and procedures, MD orders and/or coordinates under the direction of an RN
• Administers medications and initiates and maintains IV therapy according to nursing rules and procedures
• Counsels or teaches patients/families as planned by RN
• Communicates patient care data to other caregivers according to guidelines of reporting
• Documentation is kept according to established standards
• Actively participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team
• Performs departmental activities in compliance with department, regulatory, and professional standards, and guidelines
• Participates in department meetings, in-services and trainings as needed

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing

Experience

• One of year of experience working as an LPN

Licenses/Certifications

• Current licensure by the Florida State Board of Nursing
• Valid Florida Driver’s License & Proof of Insurance
• BLS Certification required
• IV Certification preferred

Abilities Required

• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to treat patients of all ages including geriatrics
• Bilingual – English and Spanish, Creole a plus

Environment Work Conditions

• Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals; bio-hazardous waste; flammable, explosive gas
• Ability to stand or walk 90% of the day.
• Ability to bend and stoop frequently.
• Ability to do frequent lifting and turning of patients/residents, singularly and with other staff members and equipment

Infectious Material Exposure

• Routine exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues

Organizational Expectations

• Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
• Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills