Job description
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
DUTIES
Provide skilled nursing care, under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Perform selected skilled actions in the provision of curative, rehabilitative, palliative, or preventative nursing care.
Is responsible, and accountable, for making decisions that are based on the individual's nursing experience and educational preparation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist the Registered Nurse in carrying out the plan of care.
Assist the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures, as directed, by the Registered Nurse under physician's orders.
Assist with the preparation, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan.
Recognize, and understand, the effects of social and economic problems upon patients and provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
Help teach the patient the appropriate self-care techniques.
Foster cooperative effort, among personnel, by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care and by active participation in team and staff conferences.
Assume responsibility for personal and vocational growth and development, through active participation in nursing organizations and participating in in-service programs and other on the job learning.
Prepare clinical and progress notes (not to include admission).
Observe, record, and report, to the appropriate person, patient symptoms, reactions and changes
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
2. Must be licensed in the state of Florida as a Licensed Practical Nurse
3. One, or more, years in Home Health Agency or in a hospital setting. Home health experience preferred.
4. Must have a criminal background check.
5. Must have current CPR certification.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $52,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
- Home Health
- Wound Care
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
License/Certification:
- LPN license (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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