LPN Clinic - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Cleveland Clinic; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital in Weston, FL is seeking an LPN for Cardiothoracic Surgery to support patient-centered care and advance the team’s high standards.

You will provide professional nursing care, administer medications, document thoroughly, and participate in safety goals and protocol adherence, with day shifts from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Accredited LPN program.
• Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Certification.
• Knowledge of infection control practices.
• Computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients.
• Administer medication.
• Maintain complete, accurate and up-to-date documentation in medical records and files.
• Complete authorization forms and laboratory requisitions.
• Implement pain management assessments and documentation.
• Adhere to the National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO.
• Follow Code Blue protocol.

Skills

Infection control

Computer literacy

BLS certification

Education

Accredited LPN program

Florida LPN license

BLS certification (AHA/Red Cross)

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As an LPN for Cardiothoracic Surgery, you will assist fellow caregivers in providing exceptional, high-quality care to a diverse patient population. In this role, you will make a lasting difference in the lives of patients while enhancing your nursing skills through hands-on experience and numerous educational resources offered throughout the Cleveland Clinic system.

This role provides the opportunity to expand your nursing skills through hands-on clinical experience, ongoing education, and professional development while making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of patients across the lifespan.

A caregiver in this role works days from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Provide professional nursing care to patients.
• Administer medication.
• Maintain complete, accurate and up-to-date documentation in medical records and files.
• Complete authorization forms and laboratory requisitions.
• Implement pain management assessments and documentation.
• Adhere to the National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO.
• Follow Code Blue protocol.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of Accredited LPN program
• Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Certification
• Knowledge of infection control practices
• Computer literacy

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Cardiology experience
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• One year of outpatient clinical experience

Physical Requirements

• Essential Duties: This position requires knowledge of all aspects of patient care including assessing; planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating the patient's progress through the entire continuum of car in conjunction with the R.N. or physician.
• Physical Duties: This position requires frequent walking, sitting, and standing.
• Frequent talking and listening when giving instructions and explanations.
• Frequent use of the phone; fax machines, and occasional use of the computer.
• Work is heavy, with constant lifting and moving patients, carrying equipment, supplies, and material up to 50 pounds without help and over 50 pounds with the help of mechanical devices or other personnel.
• You will be stooping, pushing, and pulling when moving a patient into position for treatment; also you will be reaching, handling, feeling, and manipulation of equipment into position.
• Working Conditions: The majority of the time employee spends indoors in air-conditioned areas.
• The potential for exposure to blood and blood-borne pathogens is significant.
• Clinical exposure to patients requires the use of personal protective equipment.

Personal Protective Equipment

• This position is high exposure to infectious wastes such as blood and bodily fluids that mandate the wearing of gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles as appropriate.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Pay Range

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