Licensed Practical Nurse Resident Med Surg Surgical ...

DescriptionLicensed Practical Nurse Resident Med Surg Surgical AdventHealth Ocala Location Address: 1500 SW 1st Ave Ocala, Florida 34471 Top Reasons To Work At AdventHealth Ocala Horse Capital of the World Driving distance to Gainesville, St. Augustine, Orlando, Tampa, Sarasota Part of the community since 1898, providing healthcare to Marion County for over 120 years Florida Hospital Ocala offers a broad spectrum of services, with programs that are nationally recognized and accredited Spectacular springs throughout the county Work Hours/Shift: Full Time Nights You Will Be Responsible For: NURSING PROCESS: Collects data (e.g. physical, psychosocial, environmental, developmental, pertaining to the health status of patients in assigned nursing unit in a comprehensive manner under the direct supervision of the RN. Performs and/or assures completed data collection on admission and during each shift on all patients assigned within the designated time delineated in unit standards. Monitors patient''s status throughout shift and reports pertinent patient information and significant findings of admission and on-going patient information to appropriate member(s) of the health care team. Monitors patient throughout shift including response to interventions/ treatments. Completes documentation according to policy and procedure. Identifies and relays patient discharge planning needs on admission and throughout the patient''s stay in collaboration with RN or Case Manager. Reviews and implements patient care plan on assigned unit in collaboration with the RN, patient, family, and health care team. Administers ordered treatments and medications within scope of practice safely and competently. Implements & coordinates patient care activities on assigned unit to ensure the delivery of quality care. Communicates the plan of care to other members of the healthcare team verbally throughout the shift and during shift report. Collaborates effectively with nursing and clinical ancillary team members. Delegates tasks appropriately to unlicensed personnel including nursing assistants, unit clerks, monitor techs in which the unlicensed personnel have demonstrated competence. NURSING KNOWLEDGE: Demonstrates the ability to interpret diagnostic data relative to patient age and condition, including, but not limited to, lab results, non-invasive monitoring data and interdisciplinary team notes. Nursing practice reflects the application of knowledge and skills pertaining to all diagnoses, procedures, medications, complications, and equipment associated with unit patient population. PATIENT SAFETY: Nursing practice reflects the application of knowledge, skill and adherence to all pertinent regulatory standards. Follows strict infection prevention precautions. Adheres to policy and procedure regarding all aspects of medication safety. Practice reflects importance of patient teaching and takes advantage of opportunities, both planned and unplanned, to carry it out in accordance with plan of care. COMMUNICATION: Promotes an exceptional patient experience by abiding to compassion and image standards and fostering excellent nurse-patient relationships through effective/therapeutic communication with the patient, family, and visitors, including but not limited to and as applicable, hourly rounding. Exhibits ability to utilize appropriate techniques, verbiage, and resources in all interactions with the patient to their level of understanding. Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team by completing thorough hand-off communication in all situations. Utilizes nursing judgment in implementing physician orders in a safe and conscientious manner, notifying appropriate supervisor or physician immediately of any concerns. Follows chain of command when appropriate. DOCUMENTATION: Demonstrates knowledge and skill in the recording and accessing of all patient information in electronic medical record according to policy and in real time. Performs appropriate and legible documentation, recording all procedures and assessments within established timeframes, and in accordance with standards of care, departmental policy and practice guidelines. Understands the Computerized Physician Order entry process and is able to monitor for, initiate, and sign off all new physician orders. Performs all duties relating to Real Time Scanning (MPPID) accurately and efficiently. Understands computer downtime procedures. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Abides by American Nurses Association Scope, Standards and Code of Ethics. Participates in practice changes, process improvement initiatives and completes all residency program and education requirements by the due date. Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department. Exhibits desire to learn, teach, mentor and advance nursing skills. May perform waived and/or non-waived Point of Care Testing. If performing non-waived Point of Care Testing, as defined in AHCA rule 59A-7.034, must have approved competency and documented proof at the time of AdventHealth non-waived Point of Care training. QualificationsWhat You Will Need: Please attach your resume and BLS Certification KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: Ability to learn and apply computer related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices Organizational and multi-tasking skills Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures Ability to work as a Team player within a unit Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills EKG competency testing (based on facility/unit requirement) EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Basic Computer Skills, excellent human relations and oral/written skills LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Active LPN license in the State hired Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification See attached addendum for additional criteria LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED: FL State Approved IV Certification ACLS, PALS, NRP depending on unit assignment and hospital policy Job Summary: The License Practical Nurse (LPN) in collaboration with the Registered Nurse are responsible for providing and supervising direct and indirect total nursing care responsibilities to identified age-specific groups. License Practical Nurses entering a dual phased training program that encompasses unit based orientation and Transition to practice session will be under the direct supervision of a preceptor, utilizing the marriage state module for principal duties and responsibilities during the training program, with eventual transition to independent practice into the collaborative care model after successful training in phase of the program. Adheres to the AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and to rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Created: 2021-11-29