Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Remote (WFH)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Virtual Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN) coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care by determining the predictable health status and health needs of patients through interpretation of health data and preventive practice in a virtual setting. The Virtual LPN supports the efforts of on-site staff to provide individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models. The Practical/Vocational Nurse provides remote nursing care to patients in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. The Virtual LPN models a commitment to the organizationu2019s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: STANDARD I u2013 Customer Service/Communication/Interpersonal Skills u2022 Strives to exceed expectations of internal and external customers: Patients, families, physicians, colleagues, visitors and vendors. u2022 Demonstrates appropriate communication skills in all interactions. u2022 Interacts with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation. u2022 Anticipates and provides resolution to issues based on the needs and expectations of our customers. Channels concerns appropriately through chain of command; deals with conflict appropriately, timely and privately. u2022 Treats others with respect at all times; maintains a work environment free of harassment, hostility, threats or violence. STANDARD II u2013 Job Knowledge/Productivity/Initiative u2022 Maintains certifications, education and development appropriate for position. u2022 Completes position responsibilities by following established guidelines and protocols within the appropriate time frame. u2022 Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of work practices/responsibilities/establishing priorities and roles in emergency procedures u2022 Demonstrates self-direction, flexibility, professional development and willingness to master new skills. u2022 Has the ability to accept and act upon suggestions for improved performance. u2022 Completes all requires orientation and annual updates as appropriate to clinical placements. u2022 Knowledgeable of standards of practice as outlined in professional practice organizations related to clinical setting. STANDARD III u2013 HWS/Hospital/Department Policies & Procedures u2022 Supports, implements and ensures compliance with all HWS/Hospital and regulatory/accrediting agency standards, regulations and policies and procedures. u2022 Ensures accuracy, timeliness and completeness of documentation and work performed per Hospital policy. u2022 Utilizes appropriate resources and hospital policies as the u201cstandard of careu201d for positive patient outcomes. STANDARD IV u2013 Organizational Ethics/Improving Organizational Performance u2022 Supports HWS and Hospitalu2019s mission, vision and values. u2022 Conduct reflects HWS values; accepts the responsibility to act with absolute integrity, work as a unified team, learn and transfer that knowledge across the continuum, have accountability to all that we serve, and treat everyone with dignity and respect. u2022 Demonstrates compliance with the Ethics and Compliance Program, policies, directives and Code of Conduct training. u2022 Maintains privacy and confidentiality of patient, client, employees and organizational information in verbal, written and electronic form. Limit access to information on a job-related need to know basis. Complies with HWS/Hospitals risk management program-timely/accurate occurrence reporting. Demonstrates understanding and involvement with Performance Improvement. STANDARD V u2013 Position Specific Essential Performance Criteria Performs position specific job functions at an acceptable level with minimal direction. Primary responsibilities for a Virtual LPN encompass but not intended to be all-inclusive; u2022 Patient Rights u2013 Demonstrating awareness and respect for the patient/family/significant others dignity and values; identifies cultural and religious needs, emotional and language barriers, physical, cognitive, psychological and educational limitations. Knowledgeable of patientu2019s rights, advanced directives, consents, protection of patient security, privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of care. u2022 Assessment - Completes assessment/reassessment in accordance with Hospital policy, standards and patient care needs as it relates to; Admission, transfer, discharge, pain management, risk to fall, skin integrity, interventions, signs and symptoms of abuse, changes in patients condition, abnormal lab/radiology values and the notification to physician, identification of patient needs requiring intervention of other team members, surgical procedures and end of life care needs. Knowledgeable of documentation systems utilized to chart patientu2019s assessment/reassessments, interventions, medication utilization and supply acquisition. u2022 Care of the Patient u2013 Develops, implements, updates, evaluates and revises as appropriate an interdisciplinary age-specific patient plan of care; based on continuous assessment/re-assessment and interpretation of all available patient data u2013 to meet the identified patient care goals for a Virtual Nurse - LPN patient. Demonstrates accuracy in administration, monitoring and documentation of medications, treatments, IV therapies, modalities and blood products according to Hospital policies. Able to recognize the need for and use of designated equipment in resuscitation efforts. u2022 Patient/Family Education - Utilizes a collaborative and interdisciplinary process to provide initial and ongoing teaching based on assessed learning needs, abilities, preferences and readiness. Provides patients with explanations of all procedures, medications and treatments u2013 documents teaching per hospital policy. Ensures patient/family teaching occurs across the continuum of care and discharge planning includes specific teaching which ensures the patient is prepared for discharge and prevents re-admissions due to lack of education provided. u2022 Continuum of Care - Assess, collaborate and coordinate meeting patientu2019s care needs during transition from shift to shift, transfer and upon discharge. Ensures continuity of care by participating in patient transfers, utilizing communication tools when handing off communication, completing required forms for transfers to other units or facilities and nurse to nurse report. Ensures that discharge planning/processes provides for continuing care based on the assessed needs of the patient; provide clear time/action specific discharge instructions in clear understandable terminology. Location: Plantation, Florida ID: 984766 Job Board: EV IND_1 ReqID: 984766 Category: Nursing Specialty: Virtual Nurse Job Type: Full-Time Job Type: Position Type: Perm Contingent HWS Exclusives: HWS Only

Created: 2026-02-19