Senior Licensed Practical Nurse

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Florida's Student Health & Wellness Center seeks a Senior Licensed Practical Nurse to provide clinical support, patient assessments, and procedural assistance. Responsibilities include med administration, IV therapy, phlebotomy, triage, and collaboration with physicians and nurse practitioners.

The role requires LPN licensure and current certifications, with duties expanding to minor procedures and patient education within a primary care setting on campus.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nursing license required.
• IV certification required within first three months of hire.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial assessments of patients and document in medical records.
• Assist Providers with diagnostic tests, exams, and minor procedures.
• Administer prescribed medications and initiate IV therapy as directed.
• Review medical records for completeness and coordinate follow-up care.
• Carry out on-site patient care orders (EKG, meds, IV fluids) and triage telephone calls.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising nurse or physician.

Skills

LPN license

IV certification

BLS certification

Phlebotomy skills

Job description

Job Description

Student Health & Wellness Center is a primary care medical clinic for USF students. Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses provide medical evaluation and care by appointment. Specialty services include, sexual health & gynecology, dermatology, behavioral health, sports medicine, travel medicine and antigen clinic. Lab services are available on site. We also assist students with immunization and insurance compliance, and administer the student health insurance plan.

This position will be a Senior Licensed Practical Nurse resource for the Student Health and Wellness Center. The Senior Licensed Practical Nurse will report to the Assistant Director of Nursing and duties will consists of screening patients, medication administration, handling phlebotomy and lab services, assisting Physicians or Nurse Practitioner with special procedures and or minor surgeries such as colposcopy, biopsy and cryotherapy, walk in and telephone triage, determining level of care for patients, setting up rooms, being a resource for other Licensed Practical Nurses and Medical Assistants and any other duties tasked by the Assistant Director of Nursing.

Specialty Skills or Training

Licensed Practical Nursing license, IV certification (Required within first three months of hire), BLS certification, Phlebotomy skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial assessments of acute care patients and documents relevant information in patient records. Prepares room for use, collects routine specimens and vital signs. May coordinate and direct patient care workloads and work flow of other medical personnel.
• Assists Provider with diagnostic tests, physical examinations and special procedures and /or minor surgeries, such as colposcopy, biopsy, and cryotherapy. Provides pre and post procedure instructions/care to the patient as directed by the Provider/Registered Nurse. Completes prescription refills according to written protocols, or verbal/written order of the provider.
• Administers prescribed medications (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, topical and intra dermal) and initiates intravenous therapy to replace body fluids as ordered by the provider. Performs other duties as covered under the LPN Practice Act and directed by the physician/provider.
• Reviews medical records to assure completeness and follow-through with regard to previously ordered tests and reports. Provides basic education and screening on specific topics, such as self care prevention and treatment of communicable diseases, follow up as directed by Provider/Registered Nurse Performs other clerical and administrative duties in support of the clinic.
• Carries out Provider orders for on-site patient care, to include but not limited to EKG; administration of oral, IM, or subcutaneous medications; initiation of and monitoring of intravenous fluids administration. Monitors patients admitted to Urgent Care for observation under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Triages telephone calls related to patient care. Uses established triage procedures/protocols to manage messages. Places telephone calls to patients and/or outside facilities as directed by Provider/Registered Nurse to relay instructions for care, orders, follow up instructions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires licensure as a practical nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes, or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Chapter 64 B9, Florida Administrative Code. Additionally, three years of primary care experience is required.

In accordance with Chapter 464, Statutes: Licensed Practical Nursing license, IV certification (Required within first three months of hire), BLS certification, Phlebotomy skills

Preferred Qualifications

Florida licensure as a licensed practical nurse, BLS and IV certification and competency in phlebotomy. At least five years of nursing experience in primary care, urgent care, college health or inpatient hospital setting.

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.

Senate Bill 1310

• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

Benefits

• medical, dental and life insurance plans
• retirement plan options
• employee and dependent tuition programs
• generous leave
• hundreds of employee perks and discounts

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.