Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Acute Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

North Florida Rehabilitation Hospital is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient care in an acute rehabilitation setting. The LPN delivers care that addresses patients’ psychosocial, physical, and general needs and meets the communication needs of patients and families. The role works under the supervision of a registered nurse and calls for initiative, responsibility, clinical judgment, professionalism, and patient advocacy.

The LPN assists with assessments and care planning, administers treatments and medications within the scope of practice, supports interdisciplinary interventions focused on rehabilitation progress, documents patient information accurately and promptly, and provides care appropriate to each patient’s age and condition. The position is full-time, with three 12-hour day shifts from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. and every other weekend.

North Florida Rehabilitation Hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation for people recovering from strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries, and other conditions. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited licensed practical/vocational nurse program.
• Hold current state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Have at least one year of acute care LPN experience.
• Hold CPR/BCLS certification.
• Have excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification preferred.
• CRRN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care addressing psychosocial, physical, and general aspects of care.
• Meet the communication needs of patients and their families.
• Provide care under the supervision of a registered nurse, with initiative and responsibility consistent with professional expectations.
• Assist with patient assessments and contribute to care planning.
• Administer treatments and medications within the scope of practice.
• Support interdisciplinary care interventions focused on rehabilitation progress.
• Document patient information accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and condition.
• Demonstrate clinical judgment, professionalism, and patient advocacy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible-spending and health-savings accounts.
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees.
• Tuition reimbursement and loan assistance.
• 401(k) matching.
• Employee assistance program, including mental, physical, and financial wellness.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree