A Licensed Practical nurse performs nursing functions under the direction of a registered nurse, follows the plans of care, participates in care planning, and performs nursing actions in accord with company policy and state law.

PRN 12 Hour-Nights

Responsibilities

• Documents observations and care given in accord with company process according to company policies and procedures. Administers medications.
• Administers basic nursing care measure to the rehab patient and assists in giving care to the acutely ill rehab patient relative to patient age, developmental needs, and understanding.
• Admits, transfers, and discharges patients. Observes, records, and reports subjective patient symptoms.
• Assists the RN in giving physical and emotional support to the patient.
• Provides for dietary and fluid needs of the patient such as nourishment, feeding, tube feeding, observing and recording IV fluids and maintaining an accurate fluid intake and output.
• Takes and record vital signs: temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
  

Qualifications

• Licensed as an LPN in the state of Florida.
• 1 year of experience in acute care or post-acute care inpatient hospital REQUIRED.
• IV Certified REQUIRED.
• Current hands on BLS certification REQUIRED.
  
• Float: between Brooks Rehab University and Bartram Hospitals
  
  Brooks Rehabilitation is a designated Magnet Hospital. This elite symbol recognizes our health-care organization is committed to the highest level of professional nursing practices, quality patient care, and dedication for a supportive and engaging work environment.