Cleveland Clinic·Weston, Florida
The Licensed Practical Nurse will assist in caring for patients undergoing or preparing for orthopaedic surgery, which includes administering injections, preparing medications, and preparing sterile sites. This role involves providing professional nursing care, maintaining accurate documentation, implementing pain management assessments, and educating patients and families.
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Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm/7:30am-4:30pm
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 Orthopaedic Surgery 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.
00AM – 5:00PM or 7:30AM – 4:30PM.
Travelling to Coral Springs 2 days per week will be required.
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.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
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Market context
Florida orthopaedic clinics often look for LPNs who can support high patient volume, coordinate routine clinical tasks, and work smoothly with providers and support staff. This role is competitive because employers may prefer candidates with clinic experience, phlebotomy skills, or orthopaedic exposure, in addition to a current Florida LPN license and BLS. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight any outpatient, procedure-room, or musculoskeletal care experience.
