PRN LPN - Orthopaedic Surgery

Cleveland Clinic; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Patient-centered care focus

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Orthopaedics team in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This role involves providing patient-centered care, administering medications, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited LPN program and have a valid Florida LPN license. Experience in a clinical setting is preferred. This position offers opportunities for skill enhancement and professional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program required.
• Must hold a valid Florida LPN license.
• Certification in BLS from AHA or Red Cross is needed.
• Knowledge of infection control practices.
• Experience with technology.
• Computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients.
• Administer medication as needed.
• Maintain documentation in medical records.
• Complete authorization forms and laboratory requisitions.
• Implement pain management assessments and documentation.
• Recognize changes in patients' status and report pertinent information to Charge Nurse or Physicians.
• Educate patients, families and others.
• Adhere to the National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO.
• Follow Code Blue protocol.

Skills

Knowledge of infection control practices

Experience with technology

Computer literacy

Computer literacy

Technology experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited LPN program

Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area and Florida. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Our Orthopaedic surgeons offer expert treatment for a wide spectrum of conditions, from simple bone fractures to complex joint disorders. No matter our patients’ needs, we aim to quickly get them back to their highest level of function possible. We use advanced technologies to offer every patient the most effective, personalized surgical care plan. By joining the Orthopaedics team as an LPN, you will assist with caring for patients who are post‑op or heading to surgery. Some of your responsibilities will include giving injections, pulling the right medication, and preparing the sterile site. In this role, you will improve the patient experience as well as provide support to patients from start to finish. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who seeks to enhance their nursing skills through learning opportunities and professional development.

PRN caregiver in this position works a minimum of 2 shifts per week from 8:00AM – 5:00PM or 7:30AM – 4:30PM.

Travelling To Coral Springs Will Be Required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients.
• Administer medication.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation in medical records and files.
• Complete authorization forms and laboratory requisitions.
• Implement pain management assessments and documentation.
• Recognize changes in patients' status and report pertinent information to Charge Nurse or Physicians.
• Educate patients, families and others.
• Adhere to the National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO.
• Follow Code Blue protocol.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program
• Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• Knowledge of infection control practices
• Experience with technology
• Computer literacy

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience
• Phlebotomy background
• Orthopaedic background

Physical Requirements

• Requires full body motion to move and lift patients, manual finger dexterity with good hand‑eye coordination, involves extensive standing walking and occasional lifting.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
• Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
• Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

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