Licensed Practice Nurse - Pediatric Care

Tandym Group Internal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services organization in New York City is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its Pediatric Care team in Brooklyn. The LPN will perform various nursing tasks such as patient screenings, venipuncture, and case management support. Ideal candidates are graduates of an accredited nursing program with a NYS LPN license and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Screen and schedule appointments for patients.
• Perform venipuncture and assist with diagnostic procedures.
• Provide psychological support to patients and their families.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Venipuncture

Education

Accredited Practical Nursing program

NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

BLS Certification

Job description

A health services organization in New York City is currently seeking a new Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their growing Pediatric Care team at one of their Brooklyn facilities.

Responsibilities:

The Pediatric Care LPN will:

• Screen (walk-in/telephone and schedule appointments) patients and make the appropriate referral for services required
• Perform venipuncture for tests as outlined in AHS policy and procedures manual and as ordered by the Physician
• Assist the Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse with case management activities as assigned and documents actions taken
• Assist the medical staff with treatment and diagnostic procedures
• Perform EKGs and venipuncture on patients
• Monitor equipment and supplies for clinic session, assuring adequate quantities are available
• Perform patient care follow ups, including checking on broken appointments, confirming appointments or tests by telephone, etc.
• Act as a liaison for patients and their families and/or significant others; provide psychological support, as needed
• Appropriately obtain specific visit type information or intake in order to prepare patient adequately for physicians examination (i.e., vision test, urine pregnancy test, glucose monitoring)
• Report malfunctioning equipment promptly to supervisor
• Perform other duties, as needed

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program
• NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• BLS Certification
• Venipuncture
• Experience working with the Pediatric population
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Desired Skills:

• 1 year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Previous experience in an Ambulatory setting