LPN - Hydration Therapy - Bariatric Surgery Institute

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The outpatient hydration program includes five hydration stations providing safe, high-quality IV hydration therapy for pre-operative and post-operative patients, including bariatric surgery patients. This position administers IV hydration services, coordinates patient care, and supports the growth of bariatric and elective hydration services. The Hydration Therapy Nurse oversees patient flow, administers IV therapies such as banana bags, saline, iron infusions, and other physician-ordered treatments, and ensures excellent clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction for both referred and self-pay patients. Orlando Health Medical Group is a comprehensive physician group serving patients from across the southeastern United States. With more than 200 practices and 1,200 physicians, Orlando Health Medical Group has a strong representation in over 55 specialties, including cardiology, vascular medicine, orthopedics, oncology, digestive health, neurology, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, general surgery, bone marrow transplant and critical care medicine, as well as more than 30 pediatric subspecialties, women’s health, primary care and the largest hospitalist program in Florida. Orlando Health Medical Group is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year.

Requirements

Graduate from an approved school of nursing.
Successful completion of a 30-hour approved IV therapy course.
Current nursing license in the State of Florida renewed every two years.
Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
One (1) year of Acute care experience.
IV experience required

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competency in advanced practical nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit specific requisite skills.
Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team.
Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patient and family.
Assumes an active role in keeping informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure and equipment.
Participates in nursing PI activities as assigned.
Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on the assigned unit.
Demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
Practices efficient use of supplies.
Maintains a clean, safe, and organized unit.