Cancer Specialists of North Florida is recruiting for an experienced Oncology Licensed Practical Nurse - Float for our busy Specialty Practice. The Oncology LPN is responsible for the following under the direct supervision of RNs and physicians:
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Providing safe, efficient, and compassionate nursing care to patients receiving various infusion therapies and injections.
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Communicate regularly with the multidisciplinary team. Coordinate patient care and assist in patient flow.
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Functions within the Florida scope of practice and follows clinic policies, nursing standards, and state regulations.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES TRAVEL TO ALL CSNF CLINICS. APPLICANT MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK A FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
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Access, maintain, and deaccess peripheral IVs and vascular access devices (ports)
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Administer infusion-related therapies within LPN scope — such as IV fluids, electrolyte replacements, IV iron, and injection
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Assess and monitor patient status: vital signs, symptoms, side effects, and reactions throughout the infusion process; report changes to RN/physician
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Assist with patient education, treatment scheduling, and other administrative duties such as FMLA paperwork. Complete tasks in EMR system in a timely manner
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Input prescriptions and make other patient calls as directed by RNs and physician
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Ensure equipment and supplies are clean, stocked, and functioning properly
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Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, expectations, side effect management, and after-care instructions
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Maintains patient confidentiality
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All other duties as assigned
Full-time Position, Monday – Friday
Practice Locations in Jacksonville, Fleming Island, Middleburg, Saint Augustine and Palm Coast
Education and Experience:
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Graduate from an accredited program for practical nursing education
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1 year experience as a practicing LPN, oncology experience preferred
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Phlebotomy and peripheral IV experience
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
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Current State of Florida LPN license
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IV Therapy Certification required - state approved certification program
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Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate
Compensation and Benefits:
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Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications
Cancer Specialists of North Florida is an "EEO Employer” and “Drug Free Workplace”
