Licensed Practical Nurse (Float) Brooks Rehab Inpatient Hospitals -Full Time (DAYS & NIGHTS)

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.

Sign on bonus available Nights Only: $3,000

Key Responsibilities:


* Documents, observations and care are given in accordance with company process and company policies and procedures. 


* Administers medications.


* Administers basic nursing care measures 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.


* Each schedule will cover a 4-week period of time.


* All Division Nurse Float Team members are obligated to be scheduled 4 weekend shifts per schedule period (every other weekend, or every Saturday, or every Sunday).


* Each staff member is obligated to work a minimum 2 Fridays, 2 Mondays, or a Friday and a Monday per schedule period.


* Holiday rotation may be included

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 Locations:


* University Hospital -3599 University Blvd., S 


* Bartram Hospital-6400 Brooks Bartram Drive E
+ Jacksonville, Florida

 Thriving in a culture that you can be proud of, you will also receive many employee benefits such as the following:


* Competitive Pay


* Comprehensive Benefits package


* Vacation/Paid Time Off


* Retirement Plan


* Employee Discounts


* Clinical Education and Professional Development Programs

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.