Licensed Practical Nurse - Dermatology

Orlando Health•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse in the Dermatology department provides and documents individualized patient care, including patient evaluation, education, medication administration, IV therapy, treatments, and patient safety, as directed by an RN or provider. The role supports examinations and procedures, performs triage in collaboration with the nursing team or providers, and helps maintain a safe and caring environment for patients and families. The position is based in Tampa, Florida, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The LPN communicates patient information to the healthcare team, documents patient data and education according to organizational and department guidelines, administers medications or immunizations within LPN scope, and complies with applicable policies, procedures, patient rights, and regulatory standards. The posting also contains perioperative anesthesia duties, which appear to be specific to that setting. Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health describes benefits including tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, leadership development, medical, dental and vision coverage, free virtual visits, well-being programs, an employer retirement contribution match, paid parental leave, PTO and flexible leave options, fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children, elders and pets, and pet insurance.

Requirements

Graduate of a nursing school.
Current nursing license in the State of Florida, renewed every two years.
Current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
For inpatient/SNF only, successful completion of an approved 30-hour IV therapy course within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Provide and document individualized patient care, including evaluation, education, medication administration, IV therapy, treatments, and patient safety, as directed by an RN or provider.
Communicate relevant information about patient condition to the RN and other healthcare team members.
Assist an RN or provider during examinations and procedures.
Document patient data and patient education according to Orlando Health and department guidelines.
Perform triage functions, including assessing patients and determining next steps in care in collaboration with the department nursing team or providers.
Administer oral and injectable medications or immunizations within LPN scope and as directed by a provider.
Maintain a safe and caring environment for patients and families.
Stay informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure, and equipment.
Participate in nursing performance improvement activities as assigned.
Observe legal requirements, patient rights, and standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Provide care appropriate to the age and identified needs of patients served in the assigned unit.
Maintain punctual attendance and comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized unit.
For perioperative anesthesia settings: prepare and provide anesthesia equipment and supplies; assist anesthesia personnel with anesthesia administration and monitoring; perform point-of-care labs and documentation as directed; support anesthesia emergencies and trauma cases; troubleshoot, clean, and maintain equipment and supplies; assist with patient positioning and safe transport; and communicate patient information to anesthesia personnel and the healthcare team.