Lpn Jobs in Pensacola, FL

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program required.
• Current LPN license in the State of Florida.
• Minimum one year nursing experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and valid auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

• One year home care experience preferable

Responsibilities

• Assist the Registered Nurse or Physician in performing specialized procedures and duties.
• Provides prescribed nursing care procedures to assigned clients.
• Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating client care in collaboration with an RN.
• Provides health teaching and assist the clients and families in learning self-care techniques.
• Communicates and documents findings in a factual, concise and timely manner per agency policy.
• Documents services, client condition and response to treatment.
• Demonstrates safety precautions in compliance with OSHA, CHAP, and Federal and State standards.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Operates medical equipment correctly for client care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate client care.
• Obtains medical orders which are carried out promptly.
• Recognizes and communicates changes and potential client problems in a timely manner, utilizing the proper chain of command.
• Uses good hand washing and aseptic techniques.
• Performs client care duties proficiently and safely; administering medications, performing procedures and treatments per agency policy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Participates in the PI program by utilizing suggestion boxes, customer service, and brings matters to attention of management staff.
• Updates management regarding potential problems or concerns. Also responsible for consulting with clinicians or managers as needed.
• Maintains an understanding of the company’s scope of services.
• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences as required.
• Submits clinical documentation in a timely manner according to agency policy.
• Maintains a professional image.
• Uses appropriate phone etiquette.
• Promotes a customer friendly atmosphere for all visitors and ensures client confidentiality at all times.
• Participates in call schedule according to needs of the agency.
• Participates in accreditation program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates in in-service program.
• Performs duties as directed by Case Manager or Clinical Team Manager.

Benefits

• competitive pay
• medical
• dental
• vision
• group life
• short-term disability benefits
• a PTO program
• 6 paid holidays
• recognition programs
• work-life balance initiatives including a Relax & Recharge Day annually