Pediatrics LPN - Albany, United States - Amergis
Description
The LPN / LVN Pediatric Nurse functions under thesupervision and guidance of the RN/Nursing Supervisor or Physician andparticipates in the multi-disciplinary process of providing care and treatmentto patients and provides clinical support and technical assistance to theprofessional medical and other staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Takes and records vital signs of pediatric patients
Prepares and gives injections and enemas; monitors catheters
Assists patients with bathing, dressing, and other personalhygiene
Assesses signs and symptoms indicating physiologic andpsychosocial changes in the patient's condition
Assists physicians with patient office visits: includingmanaging the front desk with phones, scheduling appointments, patientreferrals, putting patients in rooms, interviewing patients, recording vitalsigns including pulse rate, blood pressure, height and weight, and entersinformation in patient's electronic medical record
Performs interventions according to priorities, plan ofcare, and the hospital/clinic policies and patient care outcome standard
Provides a safe, comfortable and therapeutic patientenvironment
Uses clinical judgment in evaluation activities to meetpatient care needs of an assigned unit/floor including establishing priorities
Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the environment andequipment
Administers immunizations
Has strong knowledge of pediatric pharmacology
Minimum Requirements:
Current LPN/LVN nursing license within the state ofassignment
Minimum of one year pediatric clinical experience within thelast three years preferred
Current PALS Card (per client and / or state requirement)
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers,clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English languageis required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
"Please note that this pay range represents a goodfaith estimate of the compensation that will be offered for this position basedon the circumstances. The actual pay offered to a successful candidate willtake into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited tolocation, experience, and other variable factors."
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school.
Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.