SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 50000036

State of Florida • LAKE CITY, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Licensed Practical Nurse (SLPN)/Graduate Nurse (GN) position at the Robert H. Jenkins State Domiciliary Veterans' Home in Lake City, Florida, is a Career Service position responsible for providing quality care to residents. This role ensures the health, safety, and security of residents in accordance with established agency Standard Operating Procedures and the Nurse Practice Act. The incumbent will administer medications and treatments, monitor residents, provide interventions, complete clinical documentation, and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and other supportive caregivers. The position reports to the Nursing Supervisor and involves coordinating shift assignments, supervising staff, and ensuring the completion of tasks. Additionally, the role includes assisting with resident care, treatments, medication self-administration, coordinating medical appointments, and engaging in social interactions with residents. The SLPN/GPN is expected to promptly report resident concerns, assist in monitoring residents, adhere to Resident's Rights policies, maintain confidentiality, and work cooperatively with all healthcare professionals and staff. Documentation within the facility's software/database is required, as is participation in staff development and orientation. The position also mandates adherence to facility safety, infection control, risk management, and HIPAA policies.

Requirements

• Must possess current licensure as a State of Florida Practical Nurse, or be in current Graduate Nurse (GN) status, possess an eligibility letter from the Florida Board of Nursing and the Authorization to Test (ATT) from Pearson VUE (within 3 months of graduation from an approved program)
• Must possess a current CPR certification
• Must be willing and able to work in Lake City, FL
• Must be willing and able to work weekends and holidays as required
• Successful completion of the due diligence process to include, but not limited to, a Level II background check and drug test

Nice To Haves

• Knowledgeable in the use of Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Outlook, and Word
• One (1) year of experience working with a geriatric population in a skilled long-term care facility.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per MD order.
• Monitor and provide interventions to meet the needs of the resident.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation reflective of resident’s current status.
• Supervise CNA and other supportive caregivers.
• Provide administrative support that is technical in nature through established nursing standards, the individualized care plan and interdisciplinary teamwork according to established local and FDVA policies and procedures.
• Coordinate shift assignments to team members, providing supervision of licensed and unlicensed staff and follow up to ensure completion of assignments.
• Provide assistance with all aspects of resident care, treatments, self-administration of medications, coordinating medical appointments and spending time in social interactions with residents each shift worked.
• Report resident concerns and needs promptly to the appropriate team member.
• Assist with monitoring and accountability of residents to enable medical personnel to accomplish health related tasks.
• Follow Resident’s Rights policies at all times and maintain confidentiality of resident information.
• Consistently work cooperatively and respectfully with residents, family or resident representatives, facility staff, physicians, ARNP’s, consultants and ancillary service providers to assist residents to achieve maximum abilities, safety and promote happiness.
• Document services and care plan outcomes appropriately within the facility software/database.
• Participate in staff development and orientation of new personnel.
• Attend all in-service programs, training classes and domiciliary meetings.
• Assume responsibility and accountability for information contained in the Employee Handbook.
• Observe all facility safety, infection control, risk management, HIPAA policies.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Excellent retirement package
• Optional deferred compensation plan
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Other supplemental insurance available at reasonable premium rates
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Nine (9) paid holidays and personal day
• Tuition waiver available for State Universities and Community Colleges (up to 6 credits per semester)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree