What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse position at Central Florida Communities Inc?
Facility Name and Address :
Mayflower
1620 Mayflower Court Winter Park, FL 32792
Purpose :
Provides effective and efficient patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse and in accordance with the patient’s plan of care, applicable law and regulation, accepted standards of nursing practice, payor requirements and Mayflower HealthCare policies and procedures.
Essential Duties :
Participates in ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of the patient.
Participates in the development and evaluation of the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s).
Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care.
Recognizes and reports changes in the patient’s condition to the RN supervisor.
Counsels and educates the patient and family in meeting healthcare related needs.
Completes timely and accurate clinical notes including addressing patient’s progress.
Assists the RN or physician in performing specialized procedures and duties.
Assists the RN in carrying out the patient plan of care.
Assists the client in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
Follows accepted standards of nursing practice.
Effectively communicates with other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team providing care to promote coordination of patient care and planning for discharge.
Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current plan of care.
Participates in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
in in-services or training, as requested.
Participates in the Office’s Emergency Preparedness program, as requested.
Accesses protected health information (“PHI”) necessary to fulfill the above duties and responsibilities. Access to use and ability to disclose PHI is further defined by each organization.
Adhere to attendance policy. Report to work on time as scheduled. Completes required training and attends staff meetings.
Project a professional appearance and a willing, positive and courteous expression in performing tasks. Cooperates with fellow workers, supervisors, residents, visitors, etc. in performing tasks.
Ensure compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations. Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Qualification :
Graduate of a practical (vocational) nursing program for LPN / LVN and has a current license as a LPN / LVN in the state(s) in which he / she practices
At least 1200 hours of experience as an LPN / LVN or completion of the Office's preceptor program.
Working Conditions :
Standard use of work station
Repetitive use of keyboard
Frequent bending and standing
Constant noise environments
Required Materials : Resume
3 Work References
Letter of Interest
Drug Free Workplace
Background Checks :
A criminal history background check and sex offender registry check will be required for the finalist under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer :
DSI Management, LLC and all supported companies, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, disability, religion, or veteran status.
Employment Eligibility Verification :
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents () to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment with the company.
E-Verify :
DSI Management, LLC and all supported companies use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following :
E-Verify Poster () [PDF]
Right To Work Poster () [PDF]
