SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 50000036

State of Florida • LAKE CITY, FL

38d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Licensed Practical Nurse (SLPN) / Graduate Nurse (GN) position is located at the Robert H. Jenkins State Domiciliary Veterans' Home in Lake City, Columbia County, Florida. This role is part of the Career Service system and involves providing quality care to residents, ensuring their health, safety, and security in accordance with established agency Standard Operating Procedures and the Nurse Practice Act. The incumbent will administer medications and treatments, monitor resident needs, 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 assisting with all aspects of resident care, including treatments, medication administration, appointment coordination, and social interaction. The role also requires reporting resident concerns, monitoring residents for medical personnel, adhering to Resident's Rights policies, maintaining confidentiality, and working cooperatively with residents, families, staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Documentation within the facility software/database, participation in staff development, and adherence to safety, infection control, risk management, and HIPAA policies are also key responsibilities. The position is eligible for overtime, and SLPNs working 2nd or 3rd shift receive a shift differential. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and supports a Drug-Free workplace.

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
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree