LPN FT

Description

Pediatrics in Brevard is seeking a compassionate, professional, and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. The Pediatric LPN will provide nursing care to pediatric patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or healthcare provider. Key responsibilities include administering medications, performing routine medical procedures, and supporting the well-being and comfort of children. Additionally, the LPN will play a vital role in educating families about pediatric healthcare needs, fostering a caring and informative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain detailed and accurate records of patients' treatments, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to the medical code of conduct guidelines.

• Schedule patients' appointments with the pediatrician, update them on any changes, and inform the doctor of their arrival and waitlist status.

• Discuss patients' health history for form completion.
• Prepare treatment rooms for consultations.
• Assist in preparing patients for exams, obtaining medical history, and conducting initial assessments.

• Record vital signs and updates to patients' medication history.
• Perform routine screenings and laboratory tests (e.g., urine dips, strep screens, flu tests).
• Administer medications, vaccinations, and other treatments as directed by the provider.
• Conduct tests and immunizations following pediatrician instructions.

• Clean and sanitize exam rooms after patient visits.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and HIPAA regulations.

• Facilitate patient check-ins and check-outs at the clinic.
• Adapt to other duties as assigned by healthcare providers or clinic management.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, plus ancillary insurance benefits such as Identity Theft, Legal, Pet Insurance and more.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements outlined below represent those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. While performing job duties, the employee is regularly required to:

• Walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and communicate effectively by talking or hearing.
• Frequently stand and occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis.

Specific vision abilities required include:

• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of HIPAA and OSHA rules and regulations.
• Proficiency in inventory control practices.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive work-related information and materials.
• Experience with word processing, data entry, telephone systems, and computer use.
• Capability to work in a diverse environment with sensitivity to diversity and inclusion issues.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• LPN certification with at least three years of experience in the field.

• A natural enjoyment of working with children and the ability to create a positive environment for them.
• Must be reliable and proactive in fulfilling responsibilities.
• Patience and Persuasion: Essential for managing and guiding children, especially when they are resistant or hesitant.
• High standards of conduct and appearance are required.

• Willingness to travel locally as part of the job.

PIB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.