LPN - Med/Surg Renal and Urology

Cleveland Clinic

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Med/Surg Renal and Urology units at Martin Health North Hospital in Stuart, Florida. Martin North Hospital is a state-of-the-art medical campus with diagnostic centers, outpatient surgery, and a 24-hour emergency department, and is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic. The 44-bed Med/Surg and Urology Units on the 4th floor provide specialized care for patients with kidney disease, high blood pressure, and related issues, with 18 beds in the Renal Unit and 26 in the Urology Unit. The LPN will utilize their expertise to assist with timely, effective, and efficient patient care, including gathering information for the nursing process, administering medications, documenting treatments, managing equipment, ensuring patient safety, and monitoring vital signs. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant difference in patients' lives while leveraging Cleveland Clinic's extensive professional and educational resources. The position operates on a day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, including every other weekend.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Practical or Vocational Nursing Program
Current Florida licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
IV Therapy Certificate within three months of hire
Knowledge of infection control practices
Knowledge of quality improvement practices

Nice To Haves

One year experience in an acute care setting OR three years of long-term care experience

Responsibilities

Involve patient/family in the development of care plan
Prioritize and perform direct care to patients according to policy
Explain and document procedures and interventions
Identify and perform appropriately in emergent situations
Assist multidisciplinary team with all processes related to patient care
Delegate responsibilities to staff based on patient needs and staff competencies
Utilize and document patient safety restraints per hospital policy
Perform all IV skills including starts according to unit policy
Document medications on medication administration record (MAR)
Monitor patient's response to medications and reports appropriately
Report medication errors and adverse reactions per hospital policy
Demonstrate knowledge concerning medications, including side effects
Monitor blood and blood products
Develop plan based on educational assessment
Provide patients with discharge instructions/education and facilitate a safe discharge