Licensed Practical Nurse - University Inpatient Rehab Hospital

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse - University Inpatient Rehab Hospital, FT Days (1806)
Location: Northern

# Licensed Practical Nurse - University Inpatient Rehab Hospital, FT Days (1806)
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
- University - Jacksonville, FL 32216## Overview Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Category Licensed  Practical Nurse (LPN)## DescriptionA 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.
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* Key Responsibilities:

*** Documents, observations and care are given in accordance with company process and company policies and procedures.
* Administers medications.
* Administers basic nursing care measures 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.
* Each schedule will cover a 4-week period of time.
* All Division Nurse Float Team members are obligated to be scheduled 4 weekend shifts per schedule period (every other weekend, or every Saturday, or every Sunday).
* Each staff member is obligated to work a minimum 2 Fridays, 2 Mondays, or a Friday and a Monday per schedule period.
* Holiday rotation may be included## Qualifications
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* 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.
12HR SHIFTS
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* Location:

3599 University Blvd South Jacksonville FL 32216
**** Thriving in a culture that you can be proud of, you will also receive many employee benefits such as the following:
*** Competitive Pay
* Comprehensive Benefits package
* Vacation/Paid Time Off
* Retirement Plan
* Employee Discounts
* Clinical Education and Professional Development Programs
** 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.*
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