LPN, Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse - St. Petersburg, Florida - LPN / LVN

Company: Kindred Hospitals
Location: Saint Petersburg
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

LPN, Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse - St. Petersburg, FloridaDescription Interested in a career with Kindred Hospitals ' a place where you can put your heart into and make a real difference in our patient's lives. -- Come and grow your career with Kindred Hospitals, a division of Kindred Healthcare. Our culture of caring for our patients and residents begin with our core values ' our employees.-- We are committed to fostering professional growth and dedicated healthcare teams that make us the provider of choice.-- We embrace a diverse workforce and understand that hiring outstanding people is the key to providing quality care ' and quality care is what we do every day!-- Join us! -- Summary: Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN job provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures. -- '---------------- Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN--administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed. '---------------- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient's condition with regard to assigned patients. '---------------- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management. '---------------- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice. '---------------- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse. '---------------- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse. '---------------- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.-- Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. '----------------The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. '---------------- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN assists with admitting, discharging and transferring of patients. '---------------- The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs. -- -- -- -- -- QualificationsEducation: Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurses. -- Licenses/Certification: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License. BCLS Certification. Intravenous Blood Certification preferred. -- Experience: Minimum six months prior experience in an acute care setting preferred. --

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