Position Summary:Position Summary:*Days : 7am- 7pm*Full Time : three – 12 hr shiftsThe Licensed Practical Nurse provides and documents individualized patient care to include patient evaluation, education, medication administration, IV therapy, treatments and patient safety as directed by the RN or provider.Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system and one of the largest tertiary facilities in the region, offering the most advanced care available for surgical, medical, rehabilitative, and emergency care needs, including serving as Central Florida’s only Level One Trauma Center. The hospital provides a comprehensive continuum of care through leading-edge technology and expertise in trauma, heart, vascular, stroke, neuroscience, oncology, surgery and orthopedic care.This excellence in care has earned the hospital recognition by U.S. News & World Report among the nation’s Best Regional Hospitals and as High Performing Hospitals for 2022-2023 and Magnet recognition in 2023. Research shows that Magnet hospitals have better outcomes, including lower error rates, fewer healthcare-acquired infections and patient falls, lower patient mortality rates, and higher nurse satisfaction and retention. Magnet recognition is the gold standard for nursing excellence and is a reflection of the hospital’s nursing professionalism, teamwork, and superiority in patient care.Orlando Regional Medical Center General, Trauma, Colon and Rectal Surgery Unit is a 30-bed post surgery unit with all private rooms. This unit provides the perfect environment for new nurses and experienced nurse to grow, develop, and build the crucial foundation needed to provide exceptional patient care. The patient population cared for on this unit includes patients across the general surgery continuum, specializing in acute pre- and post-operative general, colorectal, gastrointestinal surgery and the traumatic injured patients Responsibilities:Essential Functions
- Demonstrates competency in advanced practical nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit specific requisite skills.
- Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team.
- Assists RN or provider during examinations and procedures.
- Documents patient data, and patient education according to Orlando Health and department specific guidelines
- Able to perform triage functions, including assessing the patient and determining next step in care, working in collaboration as directed by the department nursing team or provider(s).
- Appropriately administer oral and injectable medications or immunizations per LPN scope and as directed by a provider.
- Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patient and family.
- Assumes an active role in keeping informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure, and equipment.
- Participates in nursing PI activities as assigned.
- Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on the assigned unit.
- Demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/ area’s/ department’s policies and procedures. Qualifications:
Education/Training
- Nursing School Graduate
- Successful completion of a 30-hour approved IV therapy course
Licensure/Certification
- Current nursing license in the State of Florida renewed every two years.
- Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Experience
None
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