Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN I), Digestive Health Institute
Company: Orlando Health
Location: Orlando
Posted on: May 25, 2023
Job Description:
Position Summary
The LPN provides and documents individualized patient care to
include patient evaluation, education, medication administration,
IV therapy, treatments and patient safety as directed by the
RN.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Demonstrates competency in 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 patients served on his or her
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.
- Assumes responsibility for professional development and
continuing education.
- Meets all mandatory and developmental requirements and
performance competencies for Orlando Health and
unit/department.
Licensure/Certification
- Current nursing license in the State of Florida renewed every
two years. Maintains current CPR certification.
Experience
Keywords: Orlando Health, Orlando , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN I), Digestive Health Institute, Healthcare , Orlando, Florida
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