LPN, Skilled Nursing Facility

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits that begin on Day 1

Four (4) weeks paid parental leave

Debt-free degrees

Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs

Job summary

Orlando Health in Winter Garden, Florida, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver individualized patient care including evaluation, education, and medication administration.

The LPN will demonstrate advanced nursing skills, communicate effectively with healthcare team members, and maintain compliance with Orlando Health policies. The role offers a variety of benefits starting from day one, including tuition assistance and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• Current nursing license in the State of Florida.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document individualized patient care.
• Communicate patient condition to healthcare team.
• Assist RN or provider during examinations.
• Administer medications and maintain patient safety.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient care documentation

Medication administration

IV therapy

Communication skills

Education

Nursing School Graduate

30-hour approved IV therapy course

Tools

Patient care/unit equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Where You’ll Work (and Why You’ll Love It!)

Orlando Health - Health Central Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is dedicated to providing professional, compassionate care that enriches and enhances our residents' lives. Located in a quaint Winter Garden neighborhood, Health Central Park features a beautifully landscaped courtyard, gazebos and grilling areas for personal visits with family and friends. A variety of programs distinguish Health Central Park as a respected nursing and rehabilitation center, establishing it as a leader in long-term care and rehabilitation.

A Day in YOUR Life as a Licensed Practical Nurse

The LPN provides and documents individualized patient care to include patient evaluation, education, medication administration, IV therapy, treatments and patient safety as directed by the RN or provider.

Location: 411 N Dillard Street, Winter Garden, FL 34787

Schedule: Nights (Part-time and Full-Time)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in advanced practical nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit specific requisite skills.
• Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient's condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team.
• Assists RN or provider during examinations and procedures.
• Documents patient data, and patient education according to Orlando Health and department specific guidelines
• Able to perform triage functions, including assessing the patient and determining next step in care, working in collaboration as directed by the department nursing team or provider(s).
• Appropriately administer oral and injectable medications or immunizations per LPN scope and as directed by a provider.
• Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patient and family.
• Assumes an active role in keeping informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure, and equipment.
• Participates in nursing PI activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on the assigned unit.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's/area's/department's policies and procedures.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

Education/Training

• Nursing School Graduate
• Successful completion of a 30-hour approved IV therapy course within 30 days of hire for inpatient/SNF only.

Licensure/Certification

• Current nursing license in the State of Florida renewed every two years.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience

None

Benefits Beyond The Expected

Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing free education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions. 'Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work' is not just something we say, it's our promise to you.

Orlando Health Team Members Enjoy

• Benefits that begin on Day 1
• Four (4) weeks paid parental leave
• Debt-free degrees through our Preferred Education Program
• Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs