Licensed Practical Nurse

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 58,548; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in Camden, NJ, seeks a dedicated LPN to implement and evaluate care plans for patients. Responsibilities include educating patients on self-management and maximizing health outcomes through coordinated care. The ideal candidate has 1-3 years of outpatient experience, holds a current NJ-LPN license, and is BLS certified.

Our comprehensive benefits program includes health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans, along with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in an outpatient setting preferred.
• Current NJ-LPN license.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and evaluate individualized care plans under the direction of healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients on self-management behaviors for disease management.
• Maximize patient health outcomes and experiences through coordinated care.
• Assist in organizing and conducting group visits.
• Participate in team case conferences to address patient care barriers.
• Maintain licensure.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong oral communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Time management skills

Education

LPN degree from Accredited Nursing Program

Job description

About Us

AtCooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

Implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for each patient under the direction of the Nurse Practitioner and attending physicians.

Educate patients on appropriate self management behaviors and skills for disease management.

Maximize patient health outcomes and the patient experience by supporting a coordinated plan of care during and between clinic visits.

Coordinate various pre-visit and post-visit planning and scheduling to form relationships that keep patients engaged in consistent care.

Assist in organizing and conducting group visits.

Assist in optimizing training materials, patient communications, and other documents for program managers.

Participate in team case conferences to address progress and barriers in patient care. Maintain licensure.

Other duties and responsibilities as directed.

Experience Required

1‑3 years experience providing clinical services in an outpatient setting preferred but will consider new graduate.

Education Requirements

LPN degree from Accredited Nursing Program required.

License/Certification Requirements

Current NJ-LPN.

BLS required.

Special Requirements

Bilingual English/Spanish; Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; strong oral/written communication skills is a must; Demonstrates ability to work well with people of various backgrounds, ethnicities, and life experiences; Ability to work collaboratively in a team and manage multiple priorities, utilize effective time management skills, and exercise sound administrative and clinical judgment; Demonstrates ability to act independently; Ability to work in multiple computer systems.

Salary Min ($)

USD $25.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $42.50