Inpatient - LPN (Float)

Community Hospice & Palliative Care•Jacksonville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Float provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies, supporting compassionate, high-quality hospice and palliative care. The LPN performs assigned clinical tasks and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support patients and caregivers. The position floats to all inpatient centers and works a 7 a.m.–7 p.m. schedule for 36 hours per week. A $3,500 sign-on bonus is offered. The role includes supporting patient care planning, delivering care within the LPN scope of practice, monitoring and documenting patient status, educating patients and caregivers, and contributing to discharge planning and team activities. The LPN also supports organizational safety, quality, and performance-improvement initiatives. Duties may be modified as organizational needs change.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of patient care experience.
Current Florida LPN license.
IV certification.
Current CPR certification.
Graduate of an accredited Florida Board of Nursing program for Licensed Practical Nurses.
Knowledge of hospice nursing practices and principles.
Strong patient observation, documentation, and communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changing environments and schedules.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities.
Ability to work with diverse populations across ages, races, and health conditions.
Sound judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Willingness to work at various hospice centers or teams as needed.
Participation in organizational quality and safety programs.

Nice To Haves

Acute care experience.
Hospice nursing experience.
IV certification in Florida.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing and modifying patient care plans in collaboration with the RN and interdisciplinary team.
Deliver patient-centered care, including administering medications and performing procedures within the LPN scope of practice.
Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the RN and physician, and document accordingly.
Educate patients and caregivers on appropriate self-care practices.
Participate in discharge planning and team meetings.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Manage and order medical supplies as needed.
Facilitate communication between care team members and physicians.
Support disaster preparedness and performance-improvement activities.
Administer IV therapy as permitted by licensure and training.
Follow general safety and infection-control procedures.
Demonstrate professional relationships with internal and external customers and promote the organization’s image.
Use the chain of command for problem solving; demonstrate appropriate dress and grooming; and display courtesy, tact, patience, and respect.
Maintain good attendance and notify the organization of absences according to policy.
Support other departments cooperatively, participate in QAPI activities, and follow Clinical Care standards.
Float to various inpatient centers or teams as needed.