UF Health

Licensed Practical Nurse/Activities Assistant

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 9

Full-timeGainesville, FL, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
A current Practical Nurse license in the State of Florida is required.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification is required.
Strong organizational skills, communication skills, and the ability to follow instructions are required.
The employee must successfully pass an AHCA Level 2 screening.
The employee will operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose as a non-frequent driver.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing services to adult day care participants with complex care needs.
Provide direct participant care, including personal care assistance.
Help facilitate activities that foster participant engagement, independence, and quality of life.

Desired Qualifications

One year of clinical experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse is preferred.
At least two years of experience working with older adults is preferred.
Experience working with patients with memory impairment is preferred.

Overview

Join Elder Care and our specialized adult day care program, Al’z Place, as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and help transform the lives of adults living with complex care needs. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to combine clinical nursing skills with direct participant care in a supportive, collaborative environment. In addition to providing nursing services, you will assist with personal care assistance and help facilitate meaningful activities that foster engagement, independence, and an enhanced quality of life for those we serve. We are seeking a compassionate, energetic team member who is passionate about person-centered care and making a difference every day

Must successfully pass an AHCA Level 2 screening for this position

Required website to include in applicable job postings:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent.
Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the State of Florida.
One year of clinical experience as an LPN preferred.
Minimum 2 years experience working with the elderly preferred; experience working with memory impairment patients preferred.
Strong organizational skills, communication skills and ability to follow instructions required.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the State of Florida; current BLS American Heart Association.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation

Employees in this position:
- Will operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose as a 'non-frequent driver'
NOTE: A frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or Shands automobile:
- a) at least once daily,
- b) at least five individual trips per week or
- c) drives, on average, over 150 miles per week in the performance of his/her job.
Please indicate the appropriate operator designation on the Request for Personnel (RFP) form at the time a RFP is submitted to post the position.

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