Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics

Trillium Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Trillium Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Pediatrics team in Rochester, NY. This regular full-time position supports a busy clinic under nursing supervision and aims to deliver high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include assisting providers, administering treatments, taking vitals, and maintaining documentation. EPIC EMR experience is preferred; relaxable coverage across locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Current NYS LPN license and CPR certification required.
• Experience in pediatric or community health care settings preferred.
• Knowledge of electronic health records (EPIC EMR) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in patient care under supervision.
• Explain procedures and treatments to patients to ensure understanding.
• Administer treatments, injections, and immunizations as directed.
• Take vitals, prepare exam rooms, and document care accurately.
• Support clinic operations and participate in quality initiatives.
• Flex to cover absences across locations as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Prioritization

Teamwork

Education

LPN licensure

CPR certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics

Regular Full Time 170 Science Parkway, Rochester, NY 14620, Rochester, NY, US

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Salary Range: $27.16 To $39.10 Hourly

Department: Clinic

Position type: Full-Time

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team under the direction of the Supervisor, Nursing. This role provides high-quality patient care, supports clinic operations, and contributes to an exceptional patient experience through collaboration and adherence to best practices.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists providers in delivering patient care under the supervision of RNs and/or providers.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patients to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Aids providers during examinations and treatments.
• Works with the interdisciplinary health care team to facilitate care and maintain patient engagement through positive communication and teamwork.
• Administers treatments, nursing interventions, injections, and immunizations.
• Reinforces patient education on self-injection, medications, and other treatments.
• Rooms patients, takes vitals, and updates patient information.
• Collects samples (e.g., urine) and performs tests such as EKGs as required.
• Maintains exam rooms by cleaning between visits and stocking daily.
• Documents patient care clearly, accurately, and timely according to policy.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities.
• Flexes as needed to cover LPN or MOA absences across different locations.
• Practices within the NYS LPN scope of practice and maintains annual competencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with EPIC EMR preferred.
• Demonstrates professionalism, stress management, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Education and Experience

• Current NYS LPN licensure and CPR certification required.
• Experience in community-based healthcare settings, pediatrics, and/or women's health preferred.
• Experience with chronic disease management in an outpatient setting desired.
• Previous experience with Electronic Health Records; EPIC EMR preferred.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to stand, sit, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. Occasionally the employee must stoop, bend and lift or move up to 25 lbs . Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, this job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential to the position.