Jewish Jobs in Boca Raton, FL (NOW HIRING)

Description
Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. We operate Florida PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Centers, the largest PACE program in Florida, which serves as health plan, healthcare provider, and social center designed for older adults with complex medical needs. We have four adult day health centers that serve participants in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
Our careers are challenging, meaningful and rewarding. Join us now to do purposeful work in supporting our community's seniors and their families.
Job Title: LPN PACE
Job Summary
Under supervision of the Registered Nurse, provides nursing care to assigned participants.
Essential Job Functions
• Performs care for assigned participants per established department guidelines, policies and procedures, MD orders and/or coordinates under the direction of an RN
• Administers medications and initiates and maintains IV therapy according to nursing rules and procedures
• Counsels or teaches patients/families as planned by RN
• Communicates patient care data to other caregivers according to guidelines of reporting
• Documentation is kept according to established standards
• Actively participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team
• Performs departmental activities in compliance with department, regulatory, and professional standards, and guidelines
• Participates in department meetings, in-services and trainings as needed
Job Requirements
Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing
Experience:
• One of year of experience working as an LPN
Licenses/Certifications:
• Current licensure by the Florida State Board of Nursing
• Valid Florida Driver's License & Proof of Insurance
• BLS Certification required
• IV Certification preferred
Abilities Required
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to treat patients of all ages including geriatrics
• Bilingual - English and Spanish, Creole a plus
Functional Demands
Environment Work Conditions:
• Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals; bio-hazardous waste; flammable, explosive gas
• Ability to stand or walk 90% of the day.
• Ability to bend and stoop frequently.
• Ability to do frequent lifting and turning of patients/residents, singularly and with other staff members and equipment
Infectious Material Exposure:
• Routine exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues
Organizational Expectations
• Ensures that resident's/patient's rights are adhered to
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
• Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills
• Ensures confidentiality and security of patients' medical information
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
• Able to speak, read and write English
• Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
• Adheres to the organization's Mission, Vision and Values
• Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines
• Maintains a safe working environment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well-lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you've ever worked before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part-time positions, free on-campus parking, an onsite fitness center and more.
Miami Jewish Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.