Job Description
The Licensed Practical Nurse LPN reports to the Health and Wellness Manager and is an hourly, non-exempt position.
The Licensed Practical Nurse LPN works closely with students and nursing staff to apply health and wellness care plans.
Provides nursing services within the scope of practice for state-specific nurse Practice Act.
Performs physical, emotional wellness assessments, and cursory exams for all students.
The Licensed Practical Nurse LPN provides for a wellness care plan that addresses students’ needs according to protocol outlined in Health Standing Orders or refers students to the Center Physician/mid-level practitioner.
Reviews all laboratory results and flags abnormal results for review by the center Physician.
Follows protocol for infection control by adhering to the Blood borne Pathogen Control plan and disinfecting work sites. Ensures the appropriate handling of specimens and equipment, as well as the sterilization of equipment.
Documents each encounter with students in their health records.
About our Program
Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.
Eckerd Connects subsidiary of Exceed.
Our Program Location:
Pinellas Job Corps
500 22nd St S
St. Petersburg, FL 33712
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Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/
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Skills
State Licensed Practical Nurse’s License/Licensed Vocational Nurse’s License and one year’s experience as a practicing LPN/LVN.
Active, unrestricted license to practice in state where center is located.
Prefer two or more years of experience.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.
Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check
Pay
$24.00/hr
Work Hours
40