Licensed Practical Nurse- Part Time-Parkland, FL

PM Pediatrics; Heron Bay South (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PM Pediatrics seeks an LPN/LVN to support pediatric urgent care operations, under physician supervision. You will collect histories, monitor vitals, perform routine procedures, and assist with medications and patient comfort.

Schedule includes morning and evening shifts, with a focus on efficiency and patient safety. The role requires pediatric experience, an active LPN/LVN license, and BLS; PALS is recommended.

Qualifications

• Pediatric experience required; pediatric urgent care or hospital pediatric setting preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative support to pediatric providers and care teams.
• Obtain medical history and vital signs; assess and prioritize patient needs.
• Perform procedures such as venipuncture, IV insertion, and urinary catheterization as needed under supervision.
• Administer medications (oral, rectal, IM, IV) and assist the physician with total patient care.
• Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and follow safety/sterilization protocols.
• Assist with patient flow and throughput to improve urgent care efficiency.

Skills

Pediatric nursing

Patient assessment

Vital signs

Communication

Education

LPN/LVN license

BLS certification

PALS recommended

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.SummaryThe Licensed Practical or Vocation Nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for all departmental functions aligned with the mission, vision, and goals of PM Pediatrics. The LPN/LVN role is an opportunity for a pediatric LPN/LVN to apply their skills in a pediatric urgent care setting and assist with primary patient care based on individual patient needs within their scope of practice under the physician’s direct supervision. This position maintains effective working relationships with all customers, including patients/families, physicians, employees, volunteers, and vendors.DescriptionThis role will require a specific schedule: (8a-12p or 6p-10p)Hourly rate is based off experience with required skill setJob Responsibilities:Provider clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operationsObtain medical history, patient vital signs, intake, and prioritize patient carePerform procedures (venipuncture, IV insertion, urinary straight catheterization), administer medications (oral, rectal, IM, and IV), and assist the physician with total patient care within the scope of practiceRemaining knowledgeable in pediatric pharmacologyBe an integral part of the patient care team and assist with patient care within the scope of practicePerform monthly quality control checks in the officeAssist in performing quality control testing in the labAbility to assist the physician with patient care, positioning, and comfort during the x-ray processKeep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, and proper sterilization tools and equipment as requiredPractice standard safety practices and precautionsHelps patients in distress by responding to emergencies and promptly notifying physicianEstablish effective rapport with clients, families, other employees, and physiciansMaintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes to management teamContributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as neededMaintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures, complying with legal regulationsMaintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential in compliance with HIPAA regulationsUpdate knowledge by participating in continuing education requirements and opportunities; regarding professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizationsEnhances health care practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and challenging requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishmentsAssisting patients with complaints and taking an active role in service recovery when neededAssist physician with a focus on efficiency metrics to improve urgent care flow and throughput (Arrival to Room, Arrival to Medication Administration, Disposition to Discharge, Discharge Length of Stay) #LI-CW1QualificationsPediatric experience is required; Pediatric ER, Pediatric hospital unit, or Pediatrics Urgent Care Experience preferredActive state nursing license or active compact state licensure from the state you residePrior experience and competency with nursing procedures (not limited to IV placement, urinary straight catheterization, and medication administration)Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) recommendedKnowledge of medical practice and terminology, clinic’s processes, and proceduresKnowledge of medical equipment and instrumentsSkill in rapid assessment of the critical presentation of the pediatric populationAbility to use sound reasoning and judgment and act calm in emergenciesAbility to effectively communicate both verbally and nonverballyPossess the following qualifications: Energetic, Highly Motivated, Customer Service Focus, Positive Attitude, Confidentiality, Teamwork, and ProfessionalismCompensation:$30.50 - $35.50/hourThe salary/rate range listed here has been provided to comply with local regulations and represents a potential base salary/rate for this role. Please note that actual salaries/rates may vary within this range above or below, depending on experience and location. We look at compensation for each individual and based on experience and qualifications.EEO StatementPM Pediatric Care is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.