Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Part-time 3-11 - Florida Presbyterian Homes, Inc.

Make a Difference. You can play a role at one of the most respected continuing care retirement communities in the area. We were recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work and our 160+ employees enjoy competitive salaries and benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote diversity in the workplace. And while we are rooted in our Presbyterian founding and affiliation, we welcome people of all faiths and provide freedom for expressing individual beliefs.

Why Work For Us?

• Competitive Hourly Wage
• Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b
• Paid Time Off Plan
• Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work
• Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First
• Warm and Friendly Work Environment
• Flexible Schedule

JOB SUMMARY 

Provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload. Participate in the interdisciplinary team process. Provide teaching and training to care giving staff. Involvement with the clinical program development. Supervise other therapists, assistants, technicians, aides and students as required.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:  

• Supervise CNA's as the Charge Nurse; ensure that CNA's are following physician orders.
• Implement resident care based on physician orders. Evaluate care and communicate with doctors for updates of orders (PRN). Complete admission documentation in ECS.
• Assist with the evaluation of residents for medical needs/changes. Assist with planning
  resident care based on physician orders. Enter physician orders into ECS.
• Ensure that residents are receiving their medication based on doctor’s orders/complete
  medication pass.
• Maintain the medication cart including audit procedures for PRN medication and controlled medicines as defined by the nursing standards.
• Perform skin evaluations and skin treatment as required by skin treatment protocols. Monitor blood glucose, temperature, and blood pressure.
• Assist patients/residents with Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, transferring, ambulating, toileting, and other resident needs.

 QUALIFICATIONS YOU POSSESS:

Education: Must be currently licensed in the State of Florida as a License Practical Nurse.  Must be CPR Certified. One year of long term care desirable. Med/Surg, Home Health experience helpful. Also experience working with the handicapped, developmentally disabled, or older adults preferred.