LPN- Hematology/Oncology
Cleveland Clinic
Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital's team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic's Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
The Cleveland Clinic Cancer Institute at Weston hospital offers comprehensive hematology and oncology services, including specialized care for blood disorders and cancers, with a focus on patient-centered, collaborative care and innovation. The clinic provides a range of services, including diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood cancers and related disorders. As an LPN on this team in our Hematology/Oncology Outpatient clinic, you will collaborate with fellow staff to create a welcoming, comfortable environment for patients, families and visitors. You will assist with medication management, patient monitoring, administrative tasks and more. All your work helps ensure the best possible health outcomes.
Additionally, you will receive ample opportunities to enhance your skills, gain hands-on experience and explore advanced positions at Cleveland Clinic. This position can be a stepping-stone for future opportunities within other units or departments in the hospital.
**A caregiver in this role works days from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.**
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
+ Provide professional nursing care to patients.
+ Administer medication.
+ Maintain complete and accurate documentation in medical records and files.
+ Complete authorization forms and laboratory requisitions.
+ Implement pain management assessments and documentation.
+ Adhere to the National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO.
+ Follow Code Blue protocol.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
+ Graduate of Accredited LPN program
+ Florida Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
+ Knowledge of infection control practices
+ Computer literacy
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
+ One year of experience in patient care; doctor's office experience of ambulatory
+ Epic experience
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**Physical Requirements:**
+ Essential Duties: This position requires knowledge of all aspects of patient care including assessing; planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating the patient's progress through the entire continuum of car in conjunction with the R.N. or physician.
+ Physical Duties: This position requires frequent walking, sitting, and standing.
+ Frequent talking and listening when giving instructions and explanations.
+ Frequent use of the phone; fax machines, and occasional use of the computer.
+ Work is heavy, with constant lifting and moving patients, carrying equipment, supplies, and material up to 50 pounds without help and over 50 pounds with the help of mechanical devices or other personnel.
+ You will be stooping, pushing, and pulling when moving a patient into position for treatment; also you will be reaching, handling, feeling, and manipulation of equipment into position.
+ Working Conditions: The majority of the time employee spends indoors in air-conditioned areas.
+ The potential for exposure to blood and blood-borne pathogens is significant.
+ Clinical exposure to patients requires the use of personal protective equipment.
**Personal Protective Equipment:**
+ This position is high exposure to infectious wastes such as blood and bodily fluids that mandate the wearing of gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles as appropriate.
+ Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures
**Pay Range**
Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
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