LPN Float

Community Hospice & Palliative Care•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Float provides direct patient care in hospice and palliative care settings in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies. The role supports compassionate, high-quality care by performing assigned clinical tasks and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to promote positive outcomes for patients and caregivers. The schedule is 9:30 AM–6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The LPN Float may work at various hospice centers or teams as needed and is expected to participate in organizational quality and safety programs. The role includes contributing to patient care planning, delivering care within the LPN scope of practice, monitoring and documenting patient conditions, educating patients and caregivers, and coordinating with care team members and physicians. The position also includes administrative and organizational responsibilities such as supply management, participation in quality improvement and safety activities, and following clinical care, confidentiality, and infection-control standards. Candidates must hold a current Florida LPN license and CPR certification, and have IV certification. Graduation from an accredited Florida Board of Nursing program for Licensed Practical Nurses is required. At least two years of patient care experience is required; acute care and hospice nursing experience are preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered if they provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the role. This description is not exhaustive and may be modified as organizational needs change. Employment is at-will and is not a contract of employment.

Requirements

Current Florida LPN license.
IV certification; Florida certification preferred.
Current CPR certification.
Graduate of an accredited Florida Board of Nursing program for Licensed Practical Nurses.
At least two years of patient care experience.
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 age, race, and health conditions.
Sound judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Willingness to work at various hospice centers or teams as needed.

Nice To Haves

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

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 initiatives.
Administer IV therapy as permitted by licensure and training.
Follow general safety and infection-control procedures.
Demonstrate professional relationships with internal and external customers.
Promote the organization’s image and 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 all departments cooperatively.
Participate in QAPI activities and follow Clinical Care standards.
Work at various hospice centers or teams as needed.
Participate in organizational quality and safety programs.