Licensed Practical Nurse - Temp

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Pediatrics has an exciting opportunity for a temporary Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work in Miami, FL. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) administers nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, and ensures the health, comfort, and safety of patients. The incumbent provides quality care to designated patients and takes on various responsibilities, such as participating in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care, as well as cooperating with the members of the nursing and medical staff and other hospital departments.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent/relevant experience, certification or license.
Minimum one year of experience preferred.
BLS from American Heart Association only.
Valid State of Florida LPN license required.
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Collects patient assessment data and notifies appropriate nurse of actual or potential problems and needs on an ongoing basis.
Records patient information concisely, accurately, and completely.
Administers medications and performs treatments and procedures for all patients as assigned.
Assists with preparation of patient materials or correspondence that RNs, ARNPs, or MDs utilize to communicate with organizations within or outside the University.
Assists in preoperative and postoperative health teaching for patients and families.
Shares responsibility for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans.
Participates in team conferences, sharing knowledge, information, and ideas with team members.
Performs more-complex nursing activities as competence increases.
Communicates frequently with team leader regarding patients’ physical and mental conditions.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Responsible for patient triage, attending clinics, calling pharmacy for prescription refills.
Obtaining lab results, medical records Preparation of charts: review prior orders, ensure that results are obtained.
Prepares patient and assists providers with treatments and examinations.
Relates effectively with other staff for continuity of care.
Authorizations for Medicines and/or procedures.
Participates in all phases of education and maintenance of records Travel to other clinics to coverage, in or out of medical campus.
Upkeeps credentials, license and BLS.
Schedule, reschedule and confirm appointments.
Provides school notes and documents necessary for follow-up visits.
Ensure that new initiatives are implemented, and goals are met.
Teamwork and effective communication are of the utmost importance Assist provider with Nexplanon procedure, lab draws, and teaching.