NURSE - LPN

Position Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the direction of a qualified Register Nurse (RN) or Provider. The LPN participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care, and functions within the parameters of his/her training; works cooperatively with members of the clinical care team and other essential departments.

Essential Functions:

• Provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific principles, under the supervision of a RN

• Initiate and assist in relevant health education of patient and family

• Share responsibility for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans and the delivery of nursing care

• Participate in team conferences/meetings, sharing knowledge, information and ideas among team members

• Prepare, administer and record medications in accordance with policy

• Participate in the delivery of emergency care, as needed

• Supervise medical assistants in performance of procedures; record information concisely, accurately and completely in EHR.

• Identify and utilize appropriate channels of communication

• Actively participate in TFHC committees, as assigned

• Prepare patients for physical and gynecological examinations

• Obtain required data on each patient prior to visit with Provider

• Bag and store biohazard waste

• Perform specific ‘in-house’ lab tests in accordance with protocol

• Perform screening exams, i.e. vision, hearing, etc., as indicated or ordered

• Adhere to all safety measures and OSHA regulations

• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to all HIPAA regulations

• Communicate with patients and staff in a courteous, professional manner

General Duties:

• Support the Mission, Vision and Values of Tampa Family Health Centers

• Provide float coverage to other centers, as directed

• Assist in the orientation and onboarding of new personnel, as requested

• Assume responsibility for continued personal and professional growth; must keep CEU’s current

• Responsible for implementing infection control standards, as directed

• Responsible for learning operations and routine maintenance of all clinical equipment, including any new equipment; responsible for training other staff on equipment usage and maintenance

• Perform other related duties, as assigned

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum (1) year clinical practice experience, preferred

• Membership and participation in the Licensed Practical Nurses Association, encouraged

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral

• Ability to foster and model teamwork and cooperation

• Ability to navigate and enter data into an electronic health record

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Education, Certification Training and License:

• Graduate of an accredited LPN Program

• Active and unencumbered LPN license in the State of Florida

• Current BLS Certification