Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Health

Provides skilled nursing interventions in the treatment of the patient's illness, rehabilitative needs and preventative care. Utilizes the holistic approach in the provision of problem-specific therapeutic interventions. Teaches and trains activities in accordance with the plan of care. Problem-specific interventions oriented to achieving outcomes are reflected in their ongoing documentation. Responsible for applying professional knowledge and skills in accordance with accepted standards of clinical practice, facilitating problem resolutions and achieving individualized patient goals and outcomes. Practices under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse to proactively meet the needs of and assist the patient in the achievement of individualized, defined and measurable outcomes.
Must successfully pass an AHCA Level 2 screening for this position

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• One year of clinical-based experience. Specialty of home health preferred.
• Successfully completed 30 hours of IV therapy course.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to maintain clinical competency as required by assigned unit.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:

• Employees in this position will operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose as a "frequent driver."

NOTE: A frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or Shands automobile
a) at least once daily, b) at least five individual trips per week or c) drives, on average, over 150 miles per week in the performance of his/her job.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• See Minimum Education and Experience Requirements.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). One year of clinical based experience, with specialty of home health preferred. Successfully completed 30 hours IV Therapy Course. Demonstrates willingness and ability to maintain clinical competency as required by assigned unit.
Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:
Employees in this position:
Will operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose as a "frequent driver"
NOTE: A frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or Shands automobile
a) at least once daily, b) at least five individual trips per week or c) drives, on average, over 150 miles per week in the performance of his/her job.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
See Minimum Education and Experience Requirements