Licensed Practical Nurse

Student Health Services – Nursing

Join the University of Central Florida (UCF) Academic Health Sciences Center (AHSC) Student Health Team as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Nursing department and add to our dedication to providing excellent healthcare to the community that we serve.

The Opportunity:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides practical nursing care to patients under the oversight of a licensed health care provider.  Adhere to the Florida Nurse Practice Act.  Follow OSHA standards including blood borne pathogen guidelines. Practices appropriate hand hygiene.  Maintains knowledge and follows policies and procedures set by UCF Student Health Services. Assist in other areas to meet the needs of the Clinic.

Responsibilities:

• Initial nursing assessment in primary care, acute care, and women's health.

• Assist provider with physical exam, procedures, and treatments in primary care, acute care and women's health/gynecology.

• Administer medications (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and perform diagnostic tests as directed.

• Counsel patients in self-care, prevention, treatment and follow up care.

• Document appropriately and maintain confidentiality.

• Assist providers in acute care/walk in Saturday clinic PRN.

• Assist providers in mental health PRN.

• Provide education about and administer vaccines.

• Provide health maintenance education as needed.

• Follow standing nursing orders.

• Provides culturally competent care.

• Assist with specialty clinics PRN.

• Keep examination rooms, cabinets adequately stocked with supplies, equipment, and brochures.

• Stay up to date with policies, annual training for fire safety, Blood Borne Pathogens, ergonomics, chemical safety, and CPR/AED.

• Attend Staff meetings, workshops, and continuing education requirements as scheduled.

• Demonstrate knowledge of performance improvement indicators.

• Follow clinical policies and nursing protocols.

• Assist in other nursing areas when staffing requires.

• Follow Universal precautions and infection control guidelines.

• Clean Exam rooms and multi patient use items between each use.

• Participate in Peer Review.

• Responsible for fulfilling all COVID related activities and any other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the clinic.

• Timely completion of all required university, AHSC, and SHS trainings.

• Use machines/equipment including, but not limited to: computers, ear lavage, EKG, IV, injections, pulse oximeters, pulmonary function, surgical tools, wheelchair, stethoscope, telephone.

• Understand and properly use medical equipment and supplies.

• Observe, understand, and properly react to symptoms of medication reactions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Licensed as a practical nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes; or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Section 210, Florida Administrative Code

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior nursing/healthcare experience including LPN, LVN or MA

• BLS Certification. UCF SHS accepts the American Heart Association (or equivalent as indicated on the certification) which includes the hands-on demonstration portion.

• Adheres to HIPAA (Health Information Privacy Protection Act) guidelines and education.

• Knowledge of nursing principles and practices.

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.

• Experience working with Electronic Health Record Systems.

• Knowledge of philosophy, protocols, goals of the Student Health Services and the University Community. 

The most successful candidates may possess the following qualities:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written) and establish and maintain a professional relationship within the workplace.

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter and a copy of your resume.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This is a time-limited funding position. Employment is subject to the availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options 
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 
• Education assistance 
• Flexible work environment 
• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Department

Academic Health Sciences Center (AHSC) - Health Center Operations

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday,within the hours of 8:00am-6:30pm with occasional Saturdays, 9:30 am-2:30pm (8-hour shifts/40 hours per week). Hours are subject to change due to operational needs, special projects, and emergencies.

Type of Appointment

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Expected Salary

$17.64 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

03-29-2025-12-00-AM

Veteran’s Preference:   

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.   

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.”  

To request an accommodation with the application or interview process, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity by telephone: 407-823-1336; email oie@ucf.edu; or visit in person: 12701 Scholarship Drive, Orlando, FL 32816-0030.