Emergency Department, Licensed Practical Nurse, Variable Full-Time Nights

Position Summary

Facility

• South
• Lake
• Hospital
• Location:
• Clermont,
• FL
• Status:
• Full-Time
• Department:
• Emergency
• Department
• Schedule:
• Nights
• Title: Licensed Practical Nurse #LI-JM1 “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you." Orlando Health South Lake Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the residents of Lake County as a trusted member of the community for over 75 years. Conveniently located in Clermont, the hospital’s dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering expert and compassionate care. Our efforts have earned us recognition as a national leader.
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• Benefits &
• PERKS: Competitive Pay Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions. All Inclusive Benefits (start day one) Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees. Employee-centric South Lake Hospital has been selected as one of the “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare. An LPN provides and documents individualized patient care to include patient evaluation, e

Responsibilities

• Essential Functions
• Demonstrates competency in advanced practical nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit specific requisite skills.
• Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team.
• Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patient and family.
• Assumes an active role in keeping informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure and equipment.
• Participates in nursing PI activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on the assigned unit.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

• Other Related Functions
• The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Practices efficient use of supplies.
• Maintains a clean, safe and organized unit.

Qualifications

• Education/Training
• Graduate from an approved school of nursing.
• Successful completion of a 30 hour approved IV therapy course.

• Licensure/Certification
• Current nursing license in the State of Florida renewed every two years.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience 2-3 years of experience is required for this role. Applicants with experience working in an Emergency Department setting are strongly preferred.