Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health

Tampa General Hospital DeSoto•Arcadia, FL

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the direct supervision and responsibility of a clinic provider, hospital nursing leader, or other designated supervisor depending on the care setting. Assists staff and providers with patient care, clerical, and organizational tasks using a team-based approach, and provides information to patients so they can fully use and benefit from care services. The nurse may be assigned to a specific medical specialty or may cover multiple specialties based on competency. Works with the supervisor to complete responsibilities in a timely manner. This is an on-site role based at TGH Desoto in Arcadia, Florida, with a day shift and varying scheduled days.

Requirements

Completion of a technical program for Licensed Practical Nursing.
Florida Practical Nurse license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
Valid driver's license.
At least one year of experience in a medical office or facility.
Understanding and proficiency in clinical tasks such as patient intake, in-house testing, injections, and venipuncture.
Ability to accurately document patient information and review electronic health records for completeness and accuracy.
Competence in direct patient care, assisting providers during office procedures, and supporting patient comfort and safety.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Ability to provide coverage across multiple clinics and adapt to different environments and patient needs.
Strong attention to accuracy in clinical tasks and documentation.

Responsibilities

Interview patients; measure and record vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature; and document subjective and objective information.
Update family, surgical, social, and past medical history in patient charts.
Prepare and administer injections and immunizations as prescribed by the provider.
Set up examination rooms for procedures and assist providers as needed.
Ensure related reports, laboratory results, and other information are available in medical records before appointments.
Process telephone and patient portal messages and provide feedback or answers to patients, physicians, and pharmacies.
Maintain logs and perform required checks, including refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, immunizations, expired medications, and oxygen.
Stock examination rooms with medical supplies, maintain instruments, and prepare them for sterilization as required.
Perform venipuncture for provider-ordered laboratory tests and ensure specimens are processed correctly.
Complete clinical documentation accurately and on time, maintain compliance with annual courses and continuing education units, and promptly follow up on test results.
Provide coverage across multiple clinics as needed and adapt to different environments and patient needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.