Licensed Practical Nurse - Gastroenterology Outpatient

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America

Address:

713 E Marion Ave

City:

Punta Gorda

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

33950

Job Description:

• Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM
• Assumes responsibility for inventory control of clinical supplies and proper disposal of biohazardous waste.
• Maintains exam rooms and work areas in a clean and organized manner.
• Communicates patient care concerns to appropriate personnel and follows up with patients/families as needed.
• Provides safe and effective patient care under the direction of the physician and/or nurse manager.
• Escorts patients from the waiting area into the exam room, documents brief history, and records vital signs.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of patients using established guidelines.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic measures as prescribed by the physician.
• Documents and administers immunizations, therapeutic injections, and medications under supervision.
• Schedules patients for procedures, diagnostic testing, or specialists as directed.
• Assists the physician with office procedures and performs venipuncture and stat lab work.
• Documents patient information in medical records, including observations, care administered, and test results.
• Relays laboratory and x-ray results to patients and maintains a log of diagnostic tests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Technical/Vocational School [Required]

Work Experience:

• 1+ related work experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS [Required]
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$20.38 - $32.60

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.