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LPN Clinic - Endocrinology

Cleveland Clinic

#Medical Records #BLS #ACLS #LPN #Healthcare #Infection Control #Clinical Nursing #JCAHO #Endocrinology #American Heart Association

Quick overview

Provide professional nursing care and medication administration to patients within the Endocrinology department. Maintain accurate medical records and support providers in managing a diverse patient population.

Requirements summary

Must be a graduate of an accredited LPN program with a Florida LPN license and BLS/ACLS certifications. Previous clinical experience and a background in endocrinology are preferred.

professional certificateMedication AdministrationPatient AssessmentComputer LiteracyInfection ControlNursing CareMedical DocumentationPain Management AssessmentEndocrinology Care

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare.
And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.
We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own.
That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.
Job Title LPN Clinic - Endocrinology Location Weston Facility Florida Weston Hospital Department Endocrinology-Weston Hospital Job Code G0582F Shift Days Schedule 7:00am-4:30pm Job Summary Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all 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 and Florida regions.
Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Our Endocrinology Department studies the endocrine system, hormones and related diseases.
Hormones are chemical messengers produced by glands that travel through the bloodstream to regulate essential bodily functions, including metabolism, growth and reproduction.
As an LPN in Endocrinology, you will assist fellow caregivers in providing exceptional, high-quality care to a diverse patient population.
In this role, you will directly support the practices of endocrinology providers while enhancing your nursing skills through hands-on experience and the educational resources available throughout the Cleveland Clinic system.
A caregiver in this role works days from 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
A caregiver who excels in this role will: Provide professional nursing care to patients.
Administer medication.
Maintain complete, accurate and up-to-date documentation in medical records and files.
Complete authorization forms and laboratory requisitions.
Implement pain management assessments and documentation.
Adhere to the National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO.
Follow Code Blue protocol.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Graduate of Accredited LPN program Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Knowledge of infection control practices Computer literacy Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: One year of clinical experience Previous endocrinology experience Endocrinology background Physical Requirements: Essential Duties: This position requires knowledge of all aspects of patient care including assessing; planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating the patient's progress through the entire continuum of car in conjunction with the R.N. or physician.
Physical Duties: This position requires frequent walking, sitting, and standing.
Frequent talking and listening when giving instructions and explanations.
Frequent use of the phone; fax machines, and occasional use of the computer.
Work is heavy, with constant lifting and moving patients, carrying equipment, supplies, and material up to 50 pounds without help and over 50 pounds with the help of mechanical devices or other personnel.
You will be stooping, pushing, and pulling when moving a patient into position for treatment; also you will be reaching, handling, feeling, and manipulation of equipment into position.
Working Conditions: The majority of the time employee spends indoors in air-conditioned areas.
The potential for exposure to blood and blood-borne pathogens is significant.
Clinical exposure to patients requires the use of personal protective equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment: This position is high exposure to infectious wastes such as blood and bodily fluids that mandate the wearing of gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles as appropriate.
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
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.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster.
Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients.
Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future.
What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries.
For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home.
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.
Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation.
Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States.
U.S.
News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey.
Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties.
Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.

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