Pediatric Triage Licensed Practical Nurse

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Triage Licensed Practical Nurse to support our pediatric team. You will assess and prioritize patient needs by phone and in person triage, gathering histories and vital signs to coordinate timely care with physicians and RNs.

The role emphasizes family education on care plans, recognizing when to seek urgent or emergency care, and documenting encounters in the EHR. You will collaborate across disciplines and contribute to safety and continuous learning

Qualifications

• LPN license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and prioritize pediatric patient needs via phone and in-person triage.
• Gather histories and vital signs and coordinate care with physicians and RNs.
• Document all encounters in the EHR.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

UF Health is seeking a Triage Licensed Practical Nurse for our pediatric team in Gainesville, FL. In this role, you will assess and prioritize pediatric patient needs via phone and in-person triage, gather histories and vital signs, and coordinate timely care with physicians and RNs. You will educate families on care plans and when to seek urgent or emergency care, documenting all encounters in the EHR. Working in an academic health center, you will collaborate across disciplines, follow strict safety and infection control standards, and engage in continuous learning and professional growth.