Miami Jewish Health
Job Title
Licensed Practical Nurse - Hazel Cypen Tower Job Summary
Provides direct patient care, meeting both psychological and physical needs of the patients in accordance with their care plan, regulatory agency, and departmental guidelines. Maintains standards of nursing care under the supervision of registered nursing personnel in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Nursing Department and regulatory agencies. Provides work direction to Certified Nursing Assistants. Essential Job Functions Performs nursing care for assigned patients/residents per established department guidelines, policies, and procedures. Handles admissions, discharges, and transfers of assigned residents/patients. Shares responsibility for planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans. Performs documentation according to established standards and procedures. Prepares, administers, and records medications accurately. Receives, transcribes, and carries out physicians orders. Oversees and assists with meal service. Oversees, assists, and guides the work of CNAs in daily activities. Provides coaching to CNAs and participates in the annual performance appraisal process. Assists in the orientation of new personnel when requested.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
Job Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
Experience
Experience in a long?term care/skilled nursing facility environment preferred.
Licenses/Certifications
Current LPN license by the Florida State Board of Nursing. Current American Heart Association BLS Certification. IV Certification preferred.
Abilities Required
Knowledge of long?term care / skilled nursing facility environment. Computer literacy. Self?directing; able to work with little direct supervision.
Functional Demands
Normal working conditions 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 per departments policies and procedures.
Infectious Material Exposure
Routine exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues.
Organizational Expectations
Ensures that residents/patients 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 organizations Mission, Vision and Values. Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in?services and follows established guidelines. Maintains a safe working environment.
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part?time positions, free on?campus parking, an onsite fitness center and more. Equal Opportunity Statement
Miami Jewish Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Licensed Practical Nurse - Hazel Cypen Tower Job Summary
Provides direct patient care, meeting both psychological and physical needs of the patients in accordance with their care plan, regulatory agency, and departmental guidelines. Maintains standards of nursing care under the supervision of registered nursing personnel in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Nursing Department and regulatory agencies. Provides work direction to Certified Nursing Assistants. Essential Job Functions Performs nursing care for assigned patients/residents per established department guidelines, policies, and procedures. Handles admissions, discharges, and transfers of assigned residents/patients. Shares responsibility for planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans. Performs documentation according to established standards and procedures. Prepares, administers, and records medications accurately. Receives, transcribes, and carries out physicians orders. Oversees and assists with meal service. Oversees, assists, and guides the work of CNAs in daily activities. Provides coaching to CNAs and participates in the annual performance appraisal process. Assists in the orientation of new personnel when requested.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
Job Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
Experience
Experience in a long?term care/skilled nursing facility environment preferred.
Licenses/Certifications
Current LPN license by the Florida State Board of Nursing. Current American Heart Association BLS Certification. IV Certification preferred.
Abilities Required
Knowledge of long?term care / skilled nursing facility environment. Computer literacy. Self?directing; able to work with little direct supervision.
Functional Demands
Normal working conditions 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 per departments policies and procedures.
Infectious Material Exposure
Routine exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues.
Organizational Expectations
Ensures that residents/patients 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 organizations Mission, Vision and Values. Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in?services and follows established guidelines. Maintains a safe working environment.
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part?time positions, free on?campus parking, an onsite fitness center and more. Equal Opportunity Statement
Miami Jewish Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr