PRM Licensed Practical Nurse

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Miami is seeking an LPN to perform advanced nursing work in patient care. The role includes responsibilities such as administering medications, interviewing patients, and coordinating referrals. Candidates should have a valid Florida LPN license and previous experience in a similar role. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and have the ability to handle stressful situations effectively. This position offers opportunities for growth within a committed team dedicated to patient care.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of related experience required.
• Must maintain all unit-specific and organizational skills/competencies.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients regarding current problems, medications, and allergies.
• Participate in patient treatment regimen and administer medications.
• Assist in phlebotomy and IV set-up.
• Perform routine immunizations, nebulizer treatments, and TB tests.
• Maintain adequate inventory of narcotics and prepare exam rooms.

Skills

Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work

Effective communication skills

Critical thinking and professional composure

Knowledge of job-appropriate technology and software

Education

Graduation from an accredited LPN program

Valid Florida LPN license

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

30 hour IV training

Job description

Overview

PRM LPN performs advanced practical nursing work in the care and treatment of patients in assigned area(s). Employees in this classification perform a variety of nursing care assignments in one or more medical areas, requiring more advanced knowledge and skills of practical nursing. Emphasis of the work is on performance of specialized as well as more difficult and responsible duties in patient care, giving assistance to physicians and nurses, and performing instructional tasks.

Miami, FL On Call/Pool CHS PTDC Nursing

Responsibilities

• Interviews patient about current problems, medications, and allergies and reviews medical record for pertinent previous and current information.
• Keeps patients informed of their medical condition and the course of treatment being prescribed by an MD.
• Participates in patient treatment regimen, including administering medications (under the supervision of a physician and registered nurse).
• Establishes and documents patient treatment regimen under supervision of RN or MD and implements treatment as directed.
• Performs routine immunizations, nebulizer treatments, and visual acuity testing, and administers and reads TB tests.
• Assists in phlebotomy; identifies patient, checks requisition form for requested tests, and prepares equipment, patient and puncture site.
• Assists in IV set-up: verifying solution to be administered, evaluating infusion site, checking IV function and patient comfort, and discontinuing IV at appropriate time, as ordered by MD and under supervision of an RN.
• Maintains adequate inventory of narcotics after each tour of duty, examines room supplies and prepares exam rooms at the beginning and end of day and between each patient contact.
• Performs a variety of office responsibilities: answers phones, takes messages, and performs triage within the scope of licensed practical nursing practice in an accurate and timely manner.
• Facilitates and assists in the coordination of patient referrals.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new personnel.
• Demonstrates commitment to service excellence by consistently adjusting work pace when needed in order to maintain or improve patient care outcomes.
• Follows and performs all related unit-specific policies and procedures, as detailed on the unit-specific competency checklist.
• Utilizes job- and unit-specific equipment as required. Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).
• Performs all other related job duties as assigned.

Experience

Generally, requires 1 to 3 years of related experience.

Education

Graduation from an accredited LPN program is required.

Skill

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Knowledge and skill in use of job-appropriate technology and software applications. Must meet and maintain current all unit-specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area.

Credentials

Valid Florida LPN license is required. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment. 30 hour IV training must be from a Florida Board of Nursing approved program or be a Compact Nursing State (States participating in the multi-state compact licensing).

Unit Specific Credential

FL-BLS

Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.