LPN | Medical Unit | Part Time Days

Overview

Since the doors opened more than 60 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region.The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation – its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopaedics, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, lifesaving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.

 

Under the direction of the unit director, charge nurse and registered nurse, the LPN is responsible for the care and safety of the patient.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates clinical care that is safe, best outcome practice with all Core Measures compliant.
• Documents care provision per departmental standards.
• Demonstrates compliance with all HCAHPS behaviors to allow patients and families to have an excellent hospital experience.
• Completes assigned work as scheduled in allotted time frame.
• Engages in departmental/hospital committees, PI projects, educational offerings to peers, mentoring/precepting of new team members.
• Attends daily huddles, general staff meetings, signs monthly unit based newsletter, completes all required competencies and mandatory education as assigned.
• Seeks training, educational, certification and enhancement in area focus/specialty.
• Demonstrates behavior standards that enhance positive interactions with physicians, peers, patients and family members.
• Completes other duties as requested/assigned.
• Facilitate patient flow by communication with physicians and coordinating with case management to facilitate discharges timely.

Qualifications

Education

• • Post High School Special Training
  • Completion and Proof of 30 hour Florida State Approved IV Course within 6 months of hire

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• • Florida Practical Nurse
  • BLS

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required

 

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.