LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE-PRN

COOPER PEDIATRICS; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in Camden, NJ seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to support providers in an outpatient setting. You will prep for examinations, assist with suturing, and carry out orders for supplies, tests, X‑Rays and medications.

Responsibilities include health assessments, patient prep for physicals, equipment calibration, and reviewing results with the provider. Bilingual English/Spanish candidates are preferred to enhance patient communication.

Qualifications

• NJ LPN license is required.
• 1–3 years of outpatient clinic experience preferred.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers and prep for exams; suture preparation as needed.
• Carry out orders including supplies, tests, X‑Rays, and medications.
• Review physical and test results with the provider and handle related calls.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Organizational and interpersonal

Oral and written communication

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – NJ

Job description

About us

At Cooper 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

Prepares patients for providers, assisting with exams, assisting provider with suture preparation, carrying out orders, (i.e.; various supplies/tests/ X‑Rays/dispensing of medications). Provides health assessments, preps for physicals, completes calibration of equipment, and performs various testing to include (Pod’s, Respiratory approvals, Spirometry, Audiograms, EKG’s, Drug Testing, Timms testing, Breath and Saliva Alcohols, Venipuncture etc.). Reviews physical/tests results with provider and handles phone calls (i.e.; case management, testing/physical results).

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