LPN - Primary Care Deptford

Inspira Health; Almonesson (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspira Health is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide nursing care under physician supervision at our New Jersey facilities. The role includes basic clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, performing blood draws, immunizations, injections, point-of-care testing, and EKGs, all in line with Inspira policies and regulatory requirements.

Required qualifications include a state-licensed LPN, a high school diploma or equivalent, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under supervision of physicians and clinical services manager.
• Perform basic clinical tasks such as vital signs, blood draws, immunizations, injections, point of care testing, and EKGs.
• Maintain care consistent with Inspira policies and external regulations.

Skills

Vital signs

Blood draws

Immunization

EKG

EMR documentation

Stethoscope use

Medication administration support

Medical terminology

Documentation standards

Emergency procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from approved practical nursing program

LPN license (state-licensed)

American Heart Association Basic Life Support

Tools

EMR system

EKG machine

Stethoscope

Blood pressure cuff

Medical instruments

Job description

A nonexempt position responsible for nursing care under the supervision of physicians and clinical services manager. May be responsible for basic clinical tasks including but not limited to, vital signs, routine blood draws, immunization, injections, point of care testing, and EKG’s and provides care that is consistent with Inspira policies and external regulations and requirements.Education & Experience:High school diploma or equivalent.Graduation from an approved practical nursing program.Minimum one year of LPN experience; clinical experience preferred.Experience in a medical practice environment strongly preferred.Certification/Licensure:State-licensed practical nurse.American Heart Association Basic Life Support required.Knowledge & Skills:Able to operate multi-line phone system, update and modify EMR records on computer, understand medical charting, able to operate stethoscope, echocardiography (EKG) machine, ear-washing instruments, blood pressure cuff, speculums, and other nursing items.May involve use of walkers, wheelchairs, pulse oximetry, and oxygen tanks.Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Familiarity with health care systems, regulations, policies, and functions. Understanding of documentation standards.Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and materials needed for medical treatment. Understanding of basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening.Knowledge of infectious disease management and control and safety standards.Skill in reading and following written and oral medical orders.Skill in initiating appropriate emergency procedures.Skill in handling a number of tasks simultaneously.Skill in performing blood draws.Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (<20%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C: Constantly (>80%)Lifting <20lbsCStandingCSittingFLifting 20-50lbsOClimbingOKneelingOLifting>50lbsNCrouchingOReachingFCarryingCHearingCWalkingCPushingFTalkingCVisionCEnvironmental Conditions:NoiseOVaried TemperaturesOCleaning AgentsONoxious odorsOPatient ExposureCOperative EquipmentOBENEFITS INFORMATION:Click Here to Review Our Great Benefits Offerings?>At Inspira Health, you’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.