LPN

Bronx Park Rehabilitation & Nursing; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Bronx Park Rehabilitation & Nursing is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to join our in-person care team. You will follow care plans, administer medications, monitor patients, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve positive outcomes.

The role requires lifting and transferring patients safely and providing acute care as needed. Responsibilities include vital signs, specimen collection, post-procedure care, and assistance with cardiac catheterization when applicable.

Qualifications

• - Requires Florida LPN license.
• - Experience with dialysis procedures and infant care.
• - Must be able to lift and transfer patients safely.

Responsibilities

• Follow care plan and provide treatments; collaborate with team.
• Take vital signs, collect specimens, monitor patient conditions.
• Administer medications and nursing procedures as prescribed.
• Lift and transfer patients using proper body mechanics.
• Provide acute care and monitor nutritional status; tube feedings.
• Assist with cardiac catheterization procedures.

Skills

LPN license (FL)

Suture removal

Dialysis knowledge

Infant care

Developmental milestones

Airway management

CPR certification

Medical terminology

Documentation practices

Ophthalmology care

Lifting and transfer

Acute care

Tube feedings

Cardiac catheterization

Education

LPN license

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Following the care plan, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes
• Assumes responsibility for assignments given, seeks supervision appropriately, and is accountable for his/her actions by performing within the limits of his/her education and experience
• Performs basic nursing procedures such as taking vital signs, collecting specimens, and monitoring patient conditions.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician and performs nursing procedures and techniques within scope of practice.
• Use equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently
• Utilizes medical terminology to accurately document patient information
• Lift and transfer patients safely using proper body mechanics
• Provide acute care for patients with various medical conditions
• Administer tube feedings and monitor nutritional status
• Assist with cardiac catheterization procedures

Skills:

- Valid LPN license in the state of Florida

- Proficient in suture removal techniques

- Knowledge of dialysis procedures and equipment

- Experience in infant care and knowledge of developmental milestones

- Competent in airway management techniques and CPR certification

- Familiarity with medical terminology and documentation practices

- Understanding of ophthalmology procedures and post-operative care requirements

- Ability to safely lift and transfer patients using proper body mechanics

- Experience in acute care settings, including monitoring patients' conditions and responding to emergencies

- Proficiency in administering tube feedings and monitoring nutritional status

- Knowledge of cardiac catheterization procedures and post-procedure care

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, or qualifications associated with the role.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Physical Setting:

Long term care

Nursing home

Rehabilitation center

License/Certification:

LPN License (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift

Night Shift

Overnight Shift

Work Location: In person

ABOUT US:

We provide outstanding care to our residents in a warm, nurturing environment that allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality and dignity. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and are constantly looking to be the best at what we do. Please join us and begin a rewarding and exceptional career.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

• Our facility uses the Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse, 435.12, Florida Statutes. Learn more at https://info.flclearinghouse.com