A Licensed Practical nurse performs nursing functions under the direction of a registered nurse, follows the plans of care, participates in care planning, and performs nursing actions in accord with company policy and state law.
Key Responsibilities:
Documents, observations and care are given in accordance with company process and company policies and procedures.
Administers medications.
Administers basic nursing care measures to the rehab patient and assists in giving care to the acutely ill rehab patient relative to patient age, developmental needs, and understanding.
Admits, transfers, and discharges patients. Observes, records, and reports subjective patient symptoms.
Assists the RN in giving physical and emotional support to the patient.
Provides for dietary and fluid needs of the patient such as nourishment, feeding, tube feeding, observing and recording IV fluids and maintaining an accurate fluid intake and output.
Takes and record vital signs: temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
Each schedule will cover a 4-week period of time.
All Division Nurse Float Team members are obligated to be scheduled 4 weekend shifts per schedule period (every other weekend, or every Saturday, or every Sunday).
Each staff member is obligated to work a minimum 2 Fridays, 2 Mondays, or a Friday and a Monday per schedule period.
Holiday rotation may be included
Qualifications:
Licensed as an LPN in the state of Florida.
1 year of experience in acute care or post-acute care inpatient hospital required.
IV Certified required
Current hands on BLS certification required.
12HR SHIFTS
Location: 3599 University Blvd South Jacksonville FL 32216
Thriving in a culture that you can be proud of, you will also receive many employee benefits such as the following:
Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefits package
Vacation/Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Clinical Education and Professional Development Programs
Brooks Rehabilitation is a designated Magnet Hospital. This elite symbol recognizes our health-care organization is committed to the highest level of professional nursing practices, quality patient care, and dedication for a supportive and engaging work environment.