License Practical Nurse Full TIme Day Shift

Exalt Health Inpatient Rehab Hospital Wildwood • Wildwood, FL

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About The Position

Exalt Health is an acute rehabilitation hospital providing intensive rehabilitation for patients who can tolerate three hours of rehabilitation services per day. The hospital cares for patients with complex rehabilitative needs, including stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, head trauma, medically debilitating conditions, neurological disorders, cardiopulmonary conditions, amputations, orthopedic injuries, and multiple major traumas.

The Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and provides nursing care, health teaching, and health counseling to assigned patients during a shift. The LVN/LPN helps implement the interdisciplinary and nursing plans of care and supports patients throughout their recovery.

Requirements

• Hold a current, unencumbered license to practice vocational nursing in the state where currently practicing.
• Hold current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Graduate from an accredited school of professional vocational nursing.
• Have strong clinical skills in basic patient care, medication administration under RN supervision, and vital-sign monitoring.
• Have excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Use a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
• Be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Understand rehabilitation principles and have a passion for helping patients regain independence.

Nice To Haves

• Current ACLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses with patient assessments, vital-sign monitoring, medication administration under RN supervision, and basic care such as bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Work with therapists to assist patients with activities of daily living and other rehabilitation activities as directed by the care plan.
• Provide basic patient education on self-care practices and promote a positive, supportive environment.
• Document patient care activities, observations, and responses to treatment under the direction of the RN.
• Help maintain a clean, organized patient care area and follow patient safety protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed