LPN - Medical Diabetes

Cleveland Clinic•Vero Beach, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Indian River Hospital is in sunny Florida’s Treasure Coast where it is committed to providing optimal family-centric and community-focused care. At Indian River Hospital, you will be part of a collaborative, compassionate, and innovative team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Indian River Hospital’s 4 South Medical Diabetes Unit is primarily a med/surg unit that also provides care to patients with an insulin drip. As an LPN on the team, you will assist fellow caregivers in providing exceptional, top-quality care to a diverse patient population. In this role, you can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, all while enhancing your nursing skills through hands-on experience and numerous educational resources offered within the Cleveland Clinic system. A caregiver in this position works days from 6:45pm – 7:15am, with the ability to work 4 weekend shifts in a 6-week period.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Practical or Vocational Nursing Program
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
Current Florida licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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.
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.
Develop plan based on educational assessment.
Provide patients with discharge instructions/education and facilitates a safe discharge.