Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Join us for one of the most rewarding and manageable Nurse positions in Alachua County, where you can enjoy a balanced work schedule and make a meaningful impact in the community. If you're a dedicated LPN seeking a fulfilling nursing position with a supportive team, apply today!
About the role
Easterseals Florida is seeking a compassionate, professional and dynamic Nurse (LPN) to join our team in our Adult Day Healthcare program in Gainesville. With an average daily attendance of 25 clients, you'll be part of a caring, fun environment. In this position, you will perform all health monitoring and nursing services for participants in the program. The nurse provides excellent care and customer service in a person-centered setting designed to enhance the quality of life for our participants.
Responsibilities
- Assist in coordinating admissions and discharges, building new participant charts/medical records, ensuring admissions paperwork is completed.
- Assist in scheduling in-house medical specialty visits, medical/health appointments, and transportation as needed.
- Track, review, and coordinate quarterly care plan meetings with participants and family/caregiver team.
- Take, document, and maintain records for each participant, reporting trends outside of parameters, or needing attention from the Center Director.
- Provide clinical support, insight, knowledge, and applicable in-service training to program staff.
- Provide education to participants and family/caregiver team on health and wellness, medical diagnoses, medication, safe living, emergency situations, and resources available.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Current Florida Licensed Practical Nurse License.
- At least one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities and special needs and/or the aging population and Alzheimer's patients.
- Ability to assist with the transfer of participants to and from chair or wheelchair and assist clients with activities of daily living (toileting, bathing, ambulating, feeding, changing clothes, etc).
- CPR and first aid certification a plus, but can be obtained/renewed once hired.
Benefits
- Professional Training Opportunities
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Work Life Balance
Pay
$24.00 per hour
Schedule
30 hours per week, full-time