Licensed Practical Nurse Job at United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI) (Summerfield)

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurses are an integral part of the surgical team, providing essential nursing care to patients during surgical cases. Their role requires a high level of accuracy and professionalism in a fast-paced surgical environment. Licensed Practical Nurses are responsible for ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care during surgery. Their ability to maintain a professional approach while providing nursing care is critical in ensuring positive patient outcomes while keeping patients and their families informed. Will work directly with surgeons, medical/surgical staff and post-acute caregivers to create comprehensive patient care from pre- to post-op. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career in nursing, with a great work/life balance, consider a career with USPI.

Job Responsibility

Verifies that essential equipment is functioning properly each day
Assesses and monitors patients in the post-operative area demonstrating competency with all monitoring equipment
Transports and positions patients observing policies/procedures, safety requirements, and patient needs
Documents patient care records and other forms accurately following policies and procedures
Maintains patient safety, and ensures a clean, orderly environment throughout the Center
Accurately comprehends and interprets verbal orders/directions
Addresses individual patient needs, and completes all post-op physician orders
Adheres to CDC Bodily Fluid precautions and infectious waste disposal according to policy
Monitors compliance with principles of aseptic technique according to accepted standards
Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management
Conducts pre and post-procedure orientation and instruction of patient and/or patient's family, communicating a positive and caring attitude. Provides verbal and written discharge criteria
Conducts pre and post-procedure telephone interviews
Performs other duties as requested or assigned
Participates in the QAPI and Safety Program
Engages in various clerical and record keeping duties as needed
Demonstrated knowledge of potential exposure to hazardous materials (i.e. patient body fluids, disinfectant chemicals) and location of SDS sheets

Requirements

Clinical experience in the peri-operative setting or procedure healthcare including demonstrated knowledge of sterile technique, working with anesthetized patients, and other clinical situations found in a surgical or procedural setting preferred
Graduate of professional school of nursing
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with physicians and all medical professionals
Holds current LPN license in the state
Current certification in BLS or ability to obtain upon hire
IV certification is required
Critical Care, E.R., or recovery experience encouraged

Nice to have

Critical Care, E.R., or recovery experience encouraged
Clinical experience in the peri-operative setting or procedure healthcare including demonstrated knowledge of sterile technique, working with anesthetized patients, and other clinical situations found in a surgical or procedural setting preferred but not required

What we offer

Work/Life Balance
Most of our ASC's offer daytime schedules, with no weekends and nights, and no call
Learning and Education
Employees have access to thousands of free online courses to further their education at their own schedule
Leadership and Executive Development
Coaching and Mentorship
Military and Veterans Support

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