LPN Clinic - Colorectal Surgery

Cleveland Clinic; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital is seeking an LPN to join our caring nursing team in Weston, FL. The role focuses on delivering patient-centered care across a diverse patient population, supporting colorectal surgery practices, and collaborating with RNs and physicians.

Ideal candidates will be LPNs licensed in Florida, with BLS certification and strong documentation skills. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and infection control practices in a high-exposure environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Accredited LPN program.
• Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification per AHA or Red Cross.
• Knowledge of infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients.
• Administer medication.
• Maintain complete, accurate documentation in medical records.
• Complete authorization forms and laboratory requisitions.
• Implement pain management assessments and documentation.
• Follow Code Blue protocol.

Skills

Nursing care

Medication administration

Documentation

Infection control

Computer literacy

Education

Florida LPN license

Tools

EHR systems

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, you will provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population while supporting the practices of two colorectal surgeons. In this role, you will collaborate with fellow caregivers to deliver exceptional patient care while developing your nursing skills through hands‑on experience and educational resources available throughout the Cleveland Clinic system.

A caregiver in this role works days from 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 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) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• Knowledge of infection control practices
• Computer literacy

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year of outpatient clinical experience
• General surgery experience
• One to two years of LPN 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 care 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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