LPN, Long Term Care and Skilled Nursing

Miami Jewish Health System•Miami, FL

67d•Onsite

About The Position

Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. Our four-star rated skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility is located on a beautiful 20+ acre campus just north of mid-town Miami. We serve approximately 1200 patients and residents each year, providing a full range of long-term care, treatment, support and post-hospitalization services. Join us now to do purposeful work with our diverse and respectful team. Job Summary Provides direct patient care, meeting both psychological and physical needs of the patients in accordance with their care plan, regulatory agency and departmental guidelines. Maintains standards of nursing care, under the supervision of registered nursing personnel, in accordance with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the Nursing Department and regulatory agencies. Provides work direction to Certified Nursing Assistants.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing
Experience in a long-term care/skilled nursing facility environment preferred
Current LPN license by the Florida State Board of Nursing
Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
Knowledge of long term care / skilled nursing facility environment
Computer literacy
Self-directing. Able to work with little direct supervision.
Ensures that resident's/patient's rights are adhered to
Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees and other facility guests
Demonstrates excellent communication skills
Ensures confidentiality and security of patients' medical information
Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
Able to speak, read and write English
Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
Adheres to the organization's Mission, Vision and Values
Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines
Maintains a safe working environment

Nice To Haves

IV Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Performs nursing care for assigned patients/residents per established department guidelines, policies and procedures.
Handles admissions, discharges and transfers of assigned residents/patients.
Shares responsibility for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans and nursing care.
Performs documentation according to established standards and procedures.
Prepares, administers, and concisely, accurately, and completely records medications in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications.
Receives, transcribes and carries out physicians' orders.
Oversees and assists with meal service.
Oversees, assists and guides the work of CNAs in the daily activities.
Provides coaching to CNA's and participates in the annual performance appraisal process.
Assists in the orientation of new personnel when requested.