Licensed Practical Nurse-(Float)-Brooks Rehab Hospital (PRN)

A Licensed Practical nurse performs nursing functions under the direction of a registered nurse, follows the plans of care, participates in care planning, and performs nursing actions in accord with company policy and state law.

Responsibilities


* Documents observations and care given in accord with company process according to company policies and procedures.

Administers medications.


* Administers basic nursing care measure to the rehab patient and assists in giving care to the acutely ill rehab patient relative to patient age, developmental needs, and understanding.


* Admits, transfers, and discharges patients.

Observes, records, and reports subjective patient symptoms.


* Assists the RN in giving physical and emotional support to the patient.


* Provides for dietary and fluid needs of the patient such as nourishment, feeding, tube feeding, observing and recording IV fluids and maintaining an accurate fluid intake and output.


* Takes and record vital signs: temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
 

Qualifications


* Licensed as an LPN in the state of Florida. 


* 1 year of experience in acute care or post-acute care inpatient hospital REQUIRED. 


* IV Certified REQUIRED.


* Current hands on BLS certification REQUIRED. 
 


* Float: between Brooks Rehab University and Bartram Hospitals

Brooks Rehabilitation is a designated Magnet Hospital.

This elite symbol recognizes our health-care organization is committed to the highest level of professional nursing practices, quality patient care, and dedication for a supportive and engaging work environment.