LPN - Float Pool

About the Role

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. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Float Pool provides a unique experience for caregivers to care for diverse populations of patients in many units, departments and/or locations while learning from many of our best caregivers. As an LPN on the team, 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.

This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working days varying from 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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.
• Assess, plan, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate the patient's progress through the entire continuum of care in conjunction with the R.N. or physician.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program.
• Current Florida licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Knowledge of infection control practices.
• Computer literacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• One year of clinical experience.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, sitting, and standing.
• Frequent talking and listening when giving instruction and explanations.
• Frequent use of the phone and fax machines; occasional use of the computer.
• Constant lifting and moving patients, carrying equipment, supplies, and material up to 50 pounds without help and over 50 pounds with the help of mechanical devices or other personnel.
• Stooping, pushing, and pulling when moving patients into position for treatment.
• Reaching, handling, feeling, and manipulation of equipment into position.

Working Conditions

• The majority of the time is spent indoors in air-conditioned areas.
• Potential for exposure to blood and bloodborne pathogens is significant.
• Clinical exposure to patients requires the use of personal protective equipment.
• High exposure to infectious wastes such as blood and bodily fluids mandates the wearing of gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles as appropriate.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.