Licensed Practical Nurse
Apopka, Florida
LPN
Posted Sep 7
- Shift
- Weekends only
- Hours a week
- 24
- Unit
- Long term care
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Weekends only
- Weekends
- Weekends required
- Term
- Permanent
- Practice
- Epic charting
- Setting
- Long Term Care
- Accepts
- LPN
More role details
- Patients
- This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse patient populations, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those experiencing acute or chronic health conditions.
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Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in Florida is $33/hr, across 554 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
*Job Overview- Weekends only*
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality patient care across various settings, including long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and home care environments. Your expertise will help ensure patients receive personalized treatment, comfort, and support while adhering to all safety and confidentiality standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse patient populations, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those experiencing acute or chronic health conditions.
*Responsibilities*
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- Perform comprehensive patient assessments by monitoring vital signs, conducting physical examinations, and evaluating patient needs.
- Administer medications and injections accurately, including IV infusions and catheterizations, following prescribed protocols.
- Assist with medical procedures such as sterile dressing changes, suturing support, specimen collection, and tube feeding.
- Manage airway care and ventilator support for patients requiring respiratory assistance.
- Document all patient interactions thoroughly using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems while maintaining strict compliance with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Provide education and support to patients and their families on health management, medication administration, and post-discharge care instructions.
*Requirements*
- Valid state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
- Proven experience working with diverse patient populations in settings such as long-term care facilities, hospitals (including ICU or trauma centers), assisted living communities, or home health environments.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, ICD coding (ICD-9/10), and documentation standards.
- Hands-on experience with EMR/EHR systems like Epic or Cerner is highly preferred.
- Competency in performing clinical skills such as venipuncture, phlebotomy, first aid, CPR/BLS certification, and sterile techniques.
- Critical care experience or specialized knowledge in dementia care, Alzheimer's care, memory care, hospice support, pain management, infectious disease care, or pediatric nursing is advantageous.
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments requiring triage skills and acute care management.
- Excellent communication skills for caregiver interaction and client education.
- Knowledge of long-term care regulations and geriatric patient needs is desirable.
Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care! We value your expertise and dedication in creating a safe and supportive environment for all those we serve.
- Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
- Expected hours: 24.0 per week
- Work Location: In person
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“Proven experience working with diverse patient populations in settings such as long-term care facilities, hospitals (including ICU or trauma centers), assisted living communities, or home health environments.” · from this posting
Requirements
- LPN
- LVN
- Valid state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
- CPR/BLS certification
Place
- City
- Apopka, Florida
- Rent against this pay
- 63% of monthly gross
- Local household income
- $96,884/yr
- State price level
- 3% above the national average
$1,969 median rent against $3,120 a month at $30/hr for 24 hours a week, before tax. Census ACS 2024.
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Florida index 103.4, where 100 is the national average.
Apopka sits roughly 20 miles northwest of Orlando, giving nurses a quieter suburban base with reasonable access to major hospital systems. Bordered by Lake Apopka, the city blends small-town Florida character with outdoor recreation and a green, nursery-industry heritage. Expect a laid-back pace distinct from busier metro-area communities.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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