Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Interim HealthCare of Augusta; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Interim HealthCare of Augusta is seeking an LPN to provide direct pediatric nursing care in an outpatient setting. The role includes immunizations, vital signs, growth measurements, and assisting providers in clinical tasks for infants, children, and adolescents.

The successful candidate will hold an accredited Practical Nursing program credential, an active NC LPN license, and a current BLS certification, with pediatric experience preferred and proficiency in EMR systems.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Active LPN license in good standing with the NC Nursing Board.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records.
• Strong understanding of pediatric immunizations, clinical procedures, and nursing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Greet and room pediatric patients; obtain vital signs and growth measurements.
• Perform nursing assessments within scope of practice and document findings in the EMR.
• Administer childhood immunizations following CDC/ACIP guidelines and verify VIS documentation.
• Administer medications as ordered (oral, IM, ID, subcutaneous).
• Perform point-of-care testing (flu, strep, RSV, urinalysis).
• May assist with phlebotomy and pediatric specimen collection.
• Support providers with complex pediatric tasks as needed.
• Conduct pediatric hearing and vision screenings.
• Provide age-appropriate education to parents and patients.
• Maintain infection control and proper handling of medical equipment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Clinical judgment

Compassionate care

Education

Practical Nursing program

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care, clinical support, and administrative assistance in a pediatric outpatient setting. The LPN ensures safe, high-quality care for infants, children, and adolescents while supporting providers, maintaining regulatory compliance, and contributing to efficient clinic operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and room pediatric patients; obtain age-appropriate vital signs (manual BP), growth measurements (height/length, weight, head circumference,BMI percentile), medical history, and chef complaint.
• Perform nursing assessments within scope of practice and document findings in theEMR.
• Administer childhood immunizations following CDC/ACIP guidelines and verify proper documentation of VIS sheets.
• Administer medications orally,intramuscularly, intradermally, and subcutaneously as ordered by the provider.
• Perform point-of-care testing (flu, strep, RSV, urinalysis, etc.).
• May assist with or performphlebotomy and collect lab specimens using pediatric-appropriate techniques.
• May perform of assist Provider with complex pediatric clinical tasks includingcatheterization, nebulizer treatments, wound care, suture removal, and splinting.
• Conduct pediatric hearing and vision screenings.
• Provide age-appropriate education to parents and patients related to medications, chronic condition management, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
• Maintain infection control, sterilization procedures, and proper handling of medical equipment.
• Monitor and document vaccine refrigerator/freezer temperatures and comply withVFC guidelines if applicable.
• Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and pediatric supplies.
• Support parents with instructions for medication, care plans, and follow-up
• Respond to pediatric emergencies according to office protocol and participate in routine emergency drills.
• Triage pediatric patients in-office and via phone to determine urgency and appropriate care needs.
• Responsible for tracking provider orders and maintainingEMR buckets.
• Notify the Health Department promptly of anyreportable infectious diseases.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Active LPN license in good standing with the NC Nursing Board.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• CurrentBLS certification.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records.
• Strong understanding of pediatric immunizations, clinical procedures, and nursing protocols.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication with children and parents.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail.
• Compassionate, patient, and child-focused approach

Work Environment

• Outpatient pediatric clinic setting.
• May require occasional travel between practice locations.
• Confidential handling of patient information is required at all times.
• Rotation of weekend clinics may be required.

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