LPN - Women's Health - Part-time or Full-time

CONNECTICUT INSTITUTE FOR COMMUNITIES INC; Main; Vor Ort; INR 3.308.000 - 4.632.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health coverage

Retirement plan

13 holidays

Paid time off

Day shift

Zusammenfassung

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC) Health's Women's Health Department seeks a compassionate LPN for part-time or full-time roles. You will work with doctors, NPs and other clinicians to provide high-quality care to patients.

Responsibilities include gathering patient information, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, assisting with exams, and educating patients. EMR (eClinical Works) experience preferred; CT license required.

Qualifikationen

• Current LPN license in the state of Connecticut.
• Experience in pediatrics preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual encouraged to apply.
• Experience with electronic medical records (eClinical Works) preferred.

Aufgaben

• LPNs gather information for providers in assessment and patient care.
• LPNs administer medications and treatments as prescribed by providers.
• LPNs monitor vital signs, medical history and symptoms.
• LPNs assist with exams and procedures within licensure.
• LPNs provide education to patients and families on health topics.
• LPNs maintain accurate documentation of patient care.
• LPNs collaborate with school nurses and other departments; complete external paperwork.
• LPNs triage calls using established protocols for care decisions.
• LPNs provide patient/family education on after-hours care and referrals.
• LPNs contact specialists to obtain letters and results; assist home therapies when appropriate.

Kenntnisse

Pediatrics experience

Bilingual

Communication skills

Multitasking

Nursing protocols

Ausbildung

LPN license CT

Tools

eClinical Works

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC) - CIFC Health's Women's Health Department is seeking a part-time or full-time, compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. Y ou will work alongside the doctors, nurse practitioners and other healthcare professionals to provide the highest standard of care to our patients.

Responsibilities within LPN License:

• LPNs gather information to be used by providers in assessment and patient care.
• LPNs administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers
• LPNs monitor and record vital signs, medical history and symptoms
• LPNs assist with physical exams and medical procedures as needed and within licensure
• LPNs provide education to patients and families on healthcare topics
• LPNs maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care
• LPNs collaborate with school nurses, WIC colleagues, DCF and other medical departments as needed. Completes paperwork needed by external organization (e.g. school PE forms).
• LPNs triage for calls on patients, using established protocols to determine appropriate care, including at home management, or timing and location of medical visits.
• LPNs provide patient/family education including education on after hours, triage and referral services, and disease states.
• LPNs contact specialists to obtain letters and results and helps to set up home therapies if appropriate as determined by a provider.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current LPN license in the state of Connecticut
• Previous experience in pediatrics preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual strongly encouraged to apply
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Understanding of medical terminology and nursing protocols
• Experience with electronic medical records required; eClinical Works preferred.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation commensurate on experience. Comprehensive fringe benefits package including health care coverage and retirement program. CIFC Health is a NACHC and a PSLF approved site, eligible for the submission of loan forgiveness applications. 13-paid holidays and paid time-off. Monday-Friday day-shift schedule. Mission-focused environment.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled