LPN (Inpatient)

Kamin Science Center; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kamin Science Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for float/hospice care in Florida. The role provides direct patient care, administers medications, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to ensure compassionate outcomes for patients and families.

The ideal candidate holds a Florida LPN license with current CPR and IV certification, and has about two years of patient care experience, preferably in acute or hospice settings.

Qualifications

• Hospice nursing knowledge and principles.
• Strong observation, documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and environments.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities.
• Respect for diverse populations and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Apply and modify patient care plans with RN and team.
• Deliver direct patient care and administer medications within LPN scope.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes to RN/physician.
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-care.
• Participate in discharge planning and team meetings.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Manage and order medical supplies as needed.
• Facilitate communication among care team and physicians.
• Support disaster preparedness and quality/safety initiatives.
• Administer IV therapy as allowed by licensure.
• Follow safety and infection control procedures.

Education

Florida Board of Nursing LPN program

Job description

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Float) provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies. The LPN supports the delivery of compassionate, high-quality care in hospice and palliative care settings, performing assigned clinical tasks and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients and caregivers.

Essential Functions

• Assist in implementing and modifying patient care plans in collaboration with the RN and interdisciplinary team.
• Deliver patient-centered care, including administering medications and performing procedures within the LPN scope of practice.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the RN and physician; document accordingly.
• Educate patients and caregivers on appropriate self-care practices.
• Participate in discharge planning and team meetings.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Manage and order medical supplies as needed.
• Facilitate communication between care team members and physicians.
• Support organizational initiatives such as disaster preparedness and performance improvement activities.
• Administer IV therapy as permitted by licensure and training.
• Follow general safety and infection control procedures.
• Participate in total organization program activities including:
  • Demonstrating professional relationships with internal and external customers
  • Promoting the organization’s image
  • Using chain of command for problem solving
  • Demonstrating appropriate dress and grooming
  • Displaying courtesy, tact, patience, and respect
  • Maintaining good attendance and notifying of absences per policy
  • Supporting all departments cooperatively
  • Participating in QAPI activities
  • Following Clinical Care standards

Knowledge and Critical Skills

• Knowledge of hospice nursing practices and principles
• Strong patient observation, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and schedules
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities
• Capable of working with diverse populations across age, race, and health conditions
• Demonstrates sound judgment and maintains confidentiality

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of patient care experience required
• Acute care and hospice nursing experience preferred

License / Certification

• Current Florida LPN license
• IV Certification (Florida preferred)
• Current CPR certification

Education

• Graduate from an accredited Florida Board of Nursing program for Licensed Practical Nurses

Other Requirements

• Must be willing to work at various hospice centers or teams as needed
• Participation in organizational quality and safety programs is expected

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable

This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees in this position. The organization reserves the right to modify or amend the duties of the position or to require that additional tasks be performed as organizational needs change. This description does not constitute a contract of employment, and employment with the organization is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.