LPN-ED

Overview

Works under the direct supervision and responsibility when working in a TGHN clinic, a clinic provider or when working on a nursing unit the hospital nursing leader. Assists staff, and providers with patient care, clerical, and organizational tasks using a team-based approach in providing patient care. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the care services.

May be assigned to specific medical specialty (e.g. medical/surgical, orthopedics, telemetry, and other units) to help with patient care related to that specialty or may be expected to cross-cover multiple specialties based on competency. Works closely with supervisor to assure responsibilities defined below are fulfilled in a timely manner.

• The observation, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care
• Health teaching and counseling of the ill, injured, or infirm; and the promotion of wellness, maintenance of health, and prevention of illness of others
• The administration of medications and treatments as prescribed or authorized by a duly licensed practitioner authorized by the laws of this state to prescribe such medications and treatments
• The supervision and teaching of other personnel in the theory and performance of any of the above acts
• A nurse has a duty to provide competent care to patients. This includes clarifying work assignments with management, as well as determining and assessing her own skills, knowledge and abilities
• Providing competent nursing care also includes using informed judgment and decision making
• The professional nurse interacts and collaborates with staff, physicians, and patients regarding our programs for the reduction of Hospital Acquired Conditions (HACs) and Hospital Acquired Infections (HAIs)
• Uses the Situation, Background, Assessment & Recommendation (SBAR) format for handoff communication within the specific department and with other departments at all times, and involves the patient and family in the bedside shift report
• Critically thinks and escalates concerns as needed to meet the needs of the patient safely and timely, and works within the LPN scope of practice
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians during treatments and examinations of patients
• May be needed to work beyond the regular tour of duty or in another patient care unit as assigned by department head or nursing supervisor

• Education
  :
  Associate's Degree in Nursing
• License/Registration
  : FL Practical Nurse – Issued by Florida or Compact State
• Certification
  :
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
  • IV Certification
• Work Experience and Additional Information
  :
  Six (6) months experience in a clinical role in a healthcare facility