Licensed Practical Nurse

Requisition No: 868497

Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE -

Location:

Bartow, FL

Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

I novation
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We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration
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We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability
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We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness
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We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence
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We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Incumbent is a Licensed Practical Nurse providing clinical services for clients in adult health/primary care, maternal health, family planning, communicable disease, ADAP, Ryan White and adult/childhood immunizations under the direct supervision of the assigned Senior Community Health Nurse Supervisor at the direction of the Assistant Community Health Nursing Director (ACHDON). Incumbent is expected to follow all local, state, and federal rules and regulations along with complying and performing within the scope of practice as defined by the Florida Nurse Practice Act.

At the direction of the ACHDON, incumbent will provide duties at all clinics within Polk County.

• Interview and assist providers with clients with specific medical problems or routine health care needs.
• Assist APRN and physician with examinations and medical procedures for clients.
• Perform routine diagnostic tests, procedures such as taking/recording temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure; preparing clients for medical procedures; and collecting specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Report any unusual symptoms of clients to clinic charge nurse, APRN, and/or physician.
• Provide documentation in client records in accordance with Health Department standards.
• Administer medications according to the provider’s orders. Assist in maintaining the medication inventory.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
• When working with OB team maintains Maternal Fetal Medicine reports, referrals and high-risk OB consults.
• Assist in the lab to process specimens, run lab reports, file lab reports, and follow-up on late/missing lab reports.
• Assess, educate and administer adult/childhood immunizations, according to protocol for clients of all ages. Enter immunizations information into Florida Shots along with educating patients in medication administration, adherence, side effects and contraindications.
• Enter immunization history and immunizations given in Florida Shots and all other documentation required per Health Department policy and procedures for vaccine administration.
• Provide screening for the HIV antibody virus, pre and post-test counseling, provides education, and refers for medical evaluation and other support services.
• Assist in keeping medical records and maintaining inventory of medical supplies.
• Clean work area according to clinic policy and biohazardous waste policy.
• Assist with monitoring temperature controls with notation on appropriate logs for refrigerator and freezer per protocol.
• Assist with case management of clients and make referrals for clients needing follow-up treatment.
• Keep the clinic and all equipment in operating order.
• Prepare and transport specimens to the laboratory.
• Maintain proper storage and handling of vaccines per Health Department policy and procedures.
• Collect and complete medical information for reporting statistics.
• Coordinate prescription refills with pharmacies. Obtain prior authorizations for medical care.
• Assist with issuance of ADAP medications.
• Apply nursing principles and techniques in the treatment of patients.
• Make assessment of patient’s condition in relationship to medication administration.
• Ensure laboratory testing has been completed to ensure appropriate medication is being administered in consultation with medical providers.
• Conduct health history in relationship to medication administration and adherence.
• Attend conferences and workshops as related to HIV/AIDS.
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