LPN Ambulatory

Join Cleveland Clinic Martin Health where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. At Martin Health, we strive daily to provide world-class care to the communities in and around Martin County and treat our patients as family. Here, you will work alongside passionate physicians, nurses, and other caregivers in a family-oriented, supportive environment.

Our Stuart Family Health Center is looking to add a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to their exceptional Patient Care Team in our Pulmonary Department. As an LPN, you will utilize your knowledge of nursing theory and diseases processes to provide top-quality professional nursing care to patients at various locations. An LPN in this role is familiar with performing patient care activities, documenting patient care, administering medication and observing patients' health.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who:

• Thrives in a team environment.

• Is flexible, professional and reliable.

• Provides care with compassion, empathy and positivity.

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Is eager to learn and work in various clinics and specialties.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for patient care by continuously practicing within the guidelines of CCF policies and procedures as evidenced by accuracy in medication administration.

• Provides accurate medication administration, nursing documentation such as: medical records, authorization forms, laboratory requisitions. Implements pain management assessment and documentation.

• Demonstrates knowledge of disease process and therapeutics by recognizing changes in patients' status and reports pertinent information to Charge Nurse or Physicians.

• Recognizes and follows through with nursing intervention.

• Demonstrates knowledge of various age related concerns as observed through appropriate nursing interventions by the Physicians or Charge Nurse and documentation.

• Utilizes opportunity for health teaching of patient, family and others

• . Utilizes appropriate teaching methods related to growth and development and age specific factors evidenced by documentation in the patient's medical record.

• Participates in the departmental orientation of new employees in a positive manner, shares knowledge, experiences, and provides guidance when assigned.

• Maintains complete and up-to-date documentation and files at all times.

• Performs patient teaching as needed under the supervision of RN/Physician.

• Adheres to the National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO.

• Follows Code Blue protocol as per Clinic Policy.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Graduate of Accredited LPN program required.

Certifications:

• Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required '

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred if working in Cardiology.

Complexity of Work:

• All employees are expected to meet the standards of performance outlined in the Organizational-Wide Competencies listed below as applied to the position:

• World Class Service Orientation: Includes attitude, behavior, interpersonal skill, and problem solving that enable an employee to respond to internal and external customer needs and expectations in a positive manner.

• Has verbal knowledge of Dr. Lower's Credo:" A PATIENT is the most important person in this institution - in person or by mail. A PATIENT is not dependent on us - we are dependent on him. - PATIENT is not an interruption of our work - he is the purpose of it. A PATIENT in not an outsider to our business - he is part of it. A PATIENT is not someone to argue or match wits with. A PATIENT is a person and not a statistic. He has feelings, emotions, biases, prejudices and wants. It is our job to satisfy him."

• Adaptability: Includes teamwork and flexibility needed to fulfill job responsibilities including adapting to changes in work environment and accepting supervisory feedback.

• Efficiency and Effectiveness: Includes quantity and quality of desired work, as well as organization skills necessary to perform successfully.

• Essential Job Requirements: Includes adherence to all relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines affecting the work environment, including maintenance of required competencies and communication skills.

• Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable): Includes overall accountability for assigned work group relative to operational goals, personnel requirements, and budgetary constraints.

• Has knowledge of Infection Control Practices.

• Is cognizant of the physical and general characteristics of the various age groups as observed by the Nurse Manager or Physician.

• Has experience with technology and is computer literate.

Work Experience:

• One year of clinical experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Essential Duties: This position requires knowledge of all aspects of patient care including assessing; planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating the patient's progress through the entire continuum of car in conjunction with the R.N. or physician.

• Physical Duties: This position requires frequent walking, sitting, and standing.

• Frequent talking and listening when giving instructions and explanations.

• Frequent use of the phone; fax machines, and occasional use of the computer.

• Work is heavy, with 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.

• You will be stooping, pushing, and pulling when moving a patient into position for treatment; also you will be reaching, handling, feeling, and manipulation of equipment into position.

• Working Conditions: The majority of the time employee spends indoors in air-conditioned areas.

• The potential for exposure to blood and blood-borne pathogens is significant.

• Clinical exposure to patients requires the use of personal protective equipment.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• This position is high exposure to infectious wastes such as blood and bodily fluids that mandate the wearing of gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles as appropriate.

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures

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