What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job, Full Time Days, Pediatrics position at Day Kimball Healthcare?
Day Kimball Healthcare is hiring for a Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse for the Full Time Day Shift job in Putnam, CT.
As the Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will function as an office nurse and help to maintain a smooth operation of the daily routine by performing a variety of clinical duties to allow quality time between patient and physician. Monitor and manage medications, patient rooms, State vaccines, medical equipment and supplies, laundry, education booklets and information. Provide management of assigned doctors' and/or nurse practitioners' patients, i.e., callbacks, and test results, under their specific directions.
As the Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will function as an office nurse and help to maintain a smooth operation of the daily routine by performing a variety of clinical duties to allow quality time between patient and physician. Monitor and manage medications, patient rooms, State vaccines, medical equipment and supplies, laundry, education booklets and information. Provide management of assigned doctors' and/or nurse practitioners' patients, i.e., callbacks, and test results, under their specific directions.
Licensed Practical Nurse Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Pharmacy Plan
- Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
- Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
- 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
- Vacation Time
- Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Education Reimbursement
- Pet Insurance
- Additional Benefits
Licensed Practical Nurse Job Responsibilities:
- Assists their provider by documenting chief complaint, essential data, i.e., height, weight, blood pressure, head circumference.
- Maintains an even distribution of patients for the assigned nurse practitioner or pediatrician and keeps the assigned rooms properly supplied of medical, as well as educational material.
- Assist patients to Xray, lab or ED when needed.
- Set up Nebulizer treatments and monitors patient.
- Responsible for documentation in medical record and completion of school or camp forms.
- After consultation with provider, reinforces education and health information with parent/guardian/patient.
- Answers a variety of medical questions or refers them to the doctor or nurse practitioner when necessary.
- Ability to accurately record messages and follows identified protocols regarding health concerns/issues and follows up with provider as necessary.
- Assists physician or nurse practitioner in emergency situations and prepares the proper equipment for the procedure.
- Assists in minor procedures such as PKU, sutures, catheterization as needed by physician.
- Responsible for immunization, allergy shots and documents same in proper areas.
- Obtain strep cultures of patients and documents and gets culture to Lab in a timely manner.
- Secure all exam rooms, lab rooms; restock with supplies on a daily basis.
- Retrieve special orders from Lab and Xray when provider requests.
- Demonstrate the ability to follow appropriate procedures/production techniques related to the care of patients from newborn - 20 years.
- Assists Pediatricians and Nurse Practitioners by documenting health related data such as, height, weight, head circumference, blood pressure, urine and chief complaint.
- Is responsible to provide lead screens and immunizations on well child visits.
Licensed Practical Nurse Education and Experience Requirements:
- High School Diploma Required - College Course Preferred
- Licensed Practical Nurse Degree Required
- Current Connecticut Licensure Required.
- Two years as Licensed Practical Nurse in hospital or office setting required
- Maintain updated immunization usage on a monthly basis for State of Connecticut.
At Day Kimball Health, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional care to our community, ensuring it remains accessible and close to home. As a non-profit integrated medical services provider, we offer comprehensive healthcare services encompassing primary care, a wide range of medical and surgical specialties, along with leading-edge technology and sophisticated diagnostics.
Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws.
Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.
Would you like to utilize your clinical expertise at the largest employer in northeast Connecticut known for its excellence in individualized care? We invite you to be a part of our team as a Registered Nurse where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!
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