LPN Emergency Services (Part Time W/ Benefits, Evenings)

Nicklaushealth; Sunset Corners (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaushealth in Sunset Corners, FL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support pediatric emergency room care under RN supervision. The role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care for newborns through adolescents in a family-centered environment.

You will perform pain assessments, vitals, assist with procedures, document in EMR, and collaborate to meet department standards while ensuring safety and compliance with the Florida Board of Nursing Practice Act.

Qualifications

• LPN license in Florida (or multi-state compact) must be active
• BLS certification active and in good standing
• CPI training within 12 months of start
• PALS certification within 2 years of employment
• Level II background check required
• 30-hour post-graduate IV Therapy course completed (or within timeframe)

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing pain assessments, vitals, and document timely updates to RN
• Assist with specimens, EKGs, CPR and procedures as needed
• Documentation of point-of-care test results in EMR (RSV, Flu, Strep, pregnancy tests, glucose, occult blood)
• Support patient flow and discharge planning with RN and team
• Administer medications and assist with IV therapy
• Complete bedside handoffs and maintain regulatory compliance
• Document nursing interventions and patient responses in EMR
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for new patients
• Maintain error-free environment and meet department standards
• Provide supervision of behavioral health patients and CPI adherence

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Critical thinking

Time management

Teamwork

EMR navigation

Education

LPN Florida license

Tools

EMR (EHR)

Job description

Job Summary

Delivers high quality customer service and thrives in a collaborative fast-paced, multidisciplinary approach to total patient care. Works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and within the scope of practice with the Florida Board of Nursing Practice Act. Responsible for delivering routine patient care for newborns through adolescents in a family centered care environment.

Job Specific Duties

• Completes nursing pain assessment, pain reassessments, and vitals within appropriate timeframe. Communicates with RN to provide updates on nursing interventions, and pertinent information.
• Assists with collecting specimens, transporting specimens to laboratory, obtaining medication from pharmacy, performing EKG, performing CPR, and assisting in various procedures as needed.
• Provides point of care testing with documentation of results in the EMR to include: RSV, Flu, Strep, Pregnancy Tests, I stat - glucose, Occult blood.
• Actively supports patient by transporting to all areas within the hospital for procedures and admissions. Provides support to the RN to manage flow of patients efficiently during the shift.
• Administers appropriate medications and assists with IV Therapy.
• Completes bedside hand off communication at shift change, transfers, and patient reassignments.
• Provides discharge planning paperwork including school notes and participates in patient and family teaching.
• Documents nursing interventions and patient response in a timely manner according to departmental procedures in the Electronic Health record.
• Responsible for restocking of supplies. Assists with room preparation and turnover.
• Promotes an “error free” working environment by consistently providing high-quality safe care as prompted.
• Works to meet/exceed department standards & achieve hospital-wide CEI/SEI standards by completing documents in a timely manner, & being accountable to regulatory requirements of accrediting agencies.
• Provides continuous supervision, observation of behavioral health patients, and adheres to non-violent crisis intervention strategies (CPI).

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) within the State of Florida or Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) required within one year in the position
• American Heart Association PALS required within 2 years in position - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• Level II Background Check - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• Successfully completed 30-hour post graduate course on IV Therapy (Current employees will have until 10/31/2025 to successfully complete the IV Therapy course)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• ACLS within 1 year in the position and in good standing throughout employment preferred
• Nursing experience in a pediatrics hospital is preferred
• Strong customer service, problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to navigate and effectively utilize electronic patient care record
• Performs accurate calculations for medication administration
• Ability to perform the duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Care Act, ANA Code of Ethics and
• Standards of Practice and Performance
• Able to work collaboratively and follow the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Nursing Leader
• Dedicated to providing excellent customer service and meeting customer expectations

As required under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025) we are providing the link below to the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website.

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Job: Nursing - Clinical

Department: EMERGENCY ROOM NURSING-2100-670600

Job Status: Professional