LPN, PACE Centers

Job Description

LPN, PACE Centers
Miami Jewish Health · Miramar, FL

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Registered Nurse, provides nursing care to assigned participants.

Essential Job Functions

· Performs care for assigned participants per established department guidelines, policies and procedures, MD orders and/or coordinates under the direction of an RN

· Administers medications and initiates and maintains IV therapy according to nursing rules and procedures

· Counsels or teaches patients/families as planned by RN

· Communicates patient care data to other caregivers according to guidelines of reporting

· Documentation is kept according to established standards

· Actively participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team

· Performs departmental activities in compliance with department, regulatory, and professional standards, and guidelines

· Participates in department meetings, in-services and trainings as needed

Job Requirements

Education:

· High School Diploma or equivalent.

· Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing

Experience:

· One of year of experience working as an LPN

Licenses/Certifications:

· Current licensure by the Florida State Board of Nursing

· Valid Florida Driver’s License & Proof of Insurance

· BLS Certification required

· IV Certification preferred

Abilities Required

· Must be able to work effectively in a team environment

· Ability to treat patients of all ages including geriatrics

· Bilingual – English and Spanish, Creole a plus

Functional Demands

Environment Work Conditions:

· Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation

· Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals; bio-hazardous waste; flammable, explosive gas

· Ability to stand or walk 90% of the day.

· Ability to bend and stoop frequently.

· Ability to do frequent lifting and turning of patients/residents, singularly and with other staff members and equipment

Infectious Material Exposure:

· Routine exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues

Organizational Expectations

· Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to

· Demonstrates professionalism and accountability

· Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests

· Demonstrates excellent communication skills

· Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information

· Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication

· Able to speak, read and write English

· Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job

· Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values

· Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines

· Maintains a safe working environment