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LPN Clinic - Orthopaedic Surgery

Cleveland Clinic, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336

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Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient‑centered healthcare. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As an LPN supporting our Joint Replacement physician and two Physician Assistants in Orthopaedic Surgery, you will assist fellow caregivers in providing exceptional, top‑quality care to a diverse patient population. In this role, you can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, all while enhancing your nursing skills through hands‑on experience and numerous educational resources offered within the Cleveland Clinic system.

Shift schedule: Days from

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Primary location: Weston; caregivers will be required to travel to the Coral Springs location two days per week.

Responsibilities

Provide professional nursing care to patients.

Administer medication.

Maintain complete and accurate documentation in medical records and files.

Complete authorization forms and laboratory requisitions.

Implement pain management assessments and documentation.

Adhere to the National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO.

Follow Code Blue protocol.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of Accredited LPN program

Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)

Knowledge of Infection Control Practices

Experience with technology

Computer literacy

Phlebotomy background and ability to draw blood

Preferred Qualifications

One year of clinical experience

One year of experience in outpatient setting

Experience with adult populations

Experience with EPIC

Orthopaedic background

Physical Requirements

Knowledge of all aspects of patient care including assessing, planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating patients’ progress through the continuum of care in conjunction with the RN or physician.

Frequent walking, sitting, and standing.

Frequent talking and listening when giving instruction and explanations.

Frequent use of phone, fax machine, and occasional use of the computer.

Heavy lifting and moving patients, carrying equipment, supplies, and material up to 50 pounds without help and over 50 pounds with mechanical devices or other personnel.

Stooping, pushing, pulling and manipulating equipment.

Mostly indoors in air‑conditioned areas.

Significant exposure to blood and blood‑borne pathogens.

Clinical exposure to patients requires use of personal protective equipment.

Personal Protective Equipment

High exposure to infectious wastes such as blood and bodily fluids that mandate wearing of gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles as appropriate.

Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Pay Range Salaries shown on independent job search websites reflect market averages and do not represent direct information received from The Cleveland Clinic. Salary/hourly specifics will be discussed during application and hiring process.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Other

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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