About this role
Works under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician. Assists staff, providers, residents, and medical students with patient care, clerical, and organizational tasks using a team-based approach in providing patient care. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the care services. May be assigned to specific medical specialty (e.g., surgery, cardiology, neurology) to help with patient care related to that specialty or may be expected to cross-cover multiple specialties. Works closely with supervisor to assure responsibilities defined below are fulfilled in a timely manner.
Required:
Education
• Licensed Practical Nurse Training Program
License
• State Licensure as an LPN
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) / Automated External Debribrillator (AED
Work Experience and Additional Information
• 6 months experience in a clinical role in a healthcare facility
• Demonstrated competency ins BLS & AED within first 90 days
Key Accountabilities
• Assess physical condition (vital signs/measurements) & nursing needs, prepare patient and assist provider in developing a plan of care to allow for an efficient and complete patient visit
• Perform patient care activities (ie. phlebotomy functions, EKGs) according to the clinical scope of practice for LPNs to provide the highest quality of clinical outcomes
• Ensure exam room/work area is clean & safe, equipment is maintained, & exam rooms are stocked for the next patient
• Perform pre-visit and post-visit documentation to provide adequate care and complete records
• Complete inventory management of supplies to ensure exam areas are fully stocked and functional
• Participates in care team huddles to collaborative care is given to each patient on every visit
• Maintains overall patient experience and safety, following all emergency clinical policies and protocols, to allow for optimal experience of care
Other facts
About Tampa General Hospital
Tampa General is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with over 15,000 team members, is one of the region’s largest employers.
Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-25 and is nationally ranked as among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in eight specialties. Additionally, Tampa General was ranked as “high performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 12 procedures and conditions.
TGH partners with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine to pioneer breakthrough treatments, conduct game-changing clinical research and train the next generation of health care professionals. TGH is the region's only academic health system, having been affiliated with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine since the school was created in the early 1970s.
TGH is the area’s only Level I trauma center and one of two ABA-verified Adult & Pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters, we are able to transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to the leading organ transplant center in the country, having performed more than 14,000 adult solid organ transplants, including the state’s first successful heart transplant in 1985. Tampa General Hospital is committed to serving all residents of West Central Florida. We provide comprehensive health services, ranging from wellness and primary care to the most complex specialty care and post-acute services.
What you'll do
- The LPN will assist in patient care by assessing physical conditions, preparing patients, and supporting providers in developing care plans. They will also perform various patient care activities and ensure that exam rooms are clean and stocked for patient visits.
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