Nursing & Frontline Patient Care·Posted on Nov 12·
Full-timeGainesville, FL, USANo salary listed
About the Job
Requirements
Graduate of an accredited school or training program for Licensed Practical Nursing.
One year of ambulatory care or hospital experience is required.
Current licensure by the State of Florida as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is required.
Current Basic Life Support (CPR) certification is required.
Must successfully complete a medication test within 30 days of hire.
Responsibilities
Assist in supervising clinic staff.
Participate in patient care in a clinic setting by measuring and recording vital signs, placing patients in exam rooms, preparing patients for exams and procedures, assisting the healthcare provider with exams and procedures, and supporting patients during exams.
Maintain medical supply inventory and stock exam rooms.
Provide patient care by administering medications, processing patient phone calls according to clinic protocols, instructing patients regarding healthcare and treatments, and providing the healthcare provider with information about patients’ health status.
Maintain mandatory regulatory institutional policies and procedures under the direction of the ACU manager or medical director.
Float to other ACU clinics as needed for staffing.
Desired Qualifications
One to two years of supervisory experience in a hospital or ambulatory setting is preferred.
Overview
The Lead Licensed Practical Nurse will provide assistance in supervising clinic staff, participate in the care of patients in a clinic setting by measuring and recording vital signs, placing patients in exam rooms and preparing patients for exams/procedures, assisting the health care provider with exam/procedures, and providing patient support during exams. Maintains medical supply inventory and responsible for stocking exam rooms. Also provides patient care by administering medications, processing patient phone calls per clinic protocols, instructing patients regarding healthcare and treatments, and providing health care provider with information pertaining to patients' health status. Maintains mandatory regulatory institutional policy and procedure under the direction of ACU manager/medical director. May be required to float to other ACU clinic as needed for staffing. Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Graduate of an accredited school or training program for Licensed Practical Nursing.
One year of ambulatory care or hospital experience required.
One to two years of supervisory experience in hospital/ambulatory setting preferred.
Person should display initiative, has the ability to be multitasking and be able to take on responsibilities.
Proven ability to problem-solve and be a team member is essential.
Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:
Not provided
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Current licensure by the State of Florida as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Current Basic Life Support (CPR).
Must successfully complete medication test within 30 days of hire.