LPN, PACE Centers

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