LPN Pediatric Nurse Job Opening

We are:

• A pediatric physicians office. We provide scheduled appointments to children, as well as work in appointments as needed. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality professional services in a personalized manner that respects the dignity, privacy and needs of each patient served.

You are:

• Experienced in pediatrics
• a problem solver, make timely decisions
• great attention to detail
• great customer service skills and make patients feel comfortable
• effective communicator with patients and staff

You will:

• Monitor patients and report adverse reactions to medications or treatments to the Providers/ Supervising LPN.
• Share information with Supervising LPN and Doctors/Nurse Practitioner to help determine the best course of care.
• Measure vital signs such as height, weight, body temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respirations.
• Teach family members how to care for a patient or teach patients about good health habits.
• Update medical records/vaccination records based with information collected.
• Responsible for performing clinical tasks under direct supervision of a physician, such as rooming patients, checking vital signs,and authorizing prescription refills.

• Execute standing orders when necessary and appropriate.
• Collect samples for testing.
• Maintain CPR/PALS certification.
• Clean and sterilize instruments; inventory and order medical supplies and materials if advised by Supervising LPN
• Perform pre-physician screenings based on patient history and needs by obtaining personal medical data, including health history, current medications, reason for the visit, etc. and recording in medical record.
• Screen patient needs and review charts, labs and self-management goals in pre-visit chart review and schedule needed services prior to visit.
• Be involved in patient education, including clarifying procedures and testing to patients.
• Participate in team meetings on a regular basis about upcoming patient visits and other care initiatives..
• Assist with insurance forms, pre-authorizations and referrals, as needed.
• Provide direct or indirect patient care, requiring simple to complex nursing knowledge and skills.
• Administer vaccinations as needed.
• Establish IV access on occasion.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

You need:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in pediatrics
• Minimum of 1 year of health care or medical office experience preferred.
• Have a caring, sympathetic nature towards patients
• Good decision-making skills.

• Knowledge of patient service principles and practices.
• Good data entry and typing skills.
• Able to multitask in a fast paced environment.
• Strong communication skills a must.

Must have Pediatric nursing experience with knowledge of Immprint and CDC Vaccination Guidelines.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Relevant: 1 year (Required)
• Pediatric: 1 year (Required)

Location:

• Wetumpka, AL 36093 (Preferred)

License:

• LPN (Required)

Work authorization:

• United States (Required)

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

Relocation Assistance Provided:

• No