LPN Urgent Care Pediatrics - Burlington

Optum; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits within 30 days

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atrius Health in Burlington, MA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care in the Urgent Care Pediatrics department. You will administer medications, document care, and support the clinical team within established policies and procedures.

The schedule features two 9-hour weekday shifts and occasional weekend coverage. Required is graduation from a state-approved LPN program, MA licensure, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a state-approved school of practical nursing.
• Current, unrestricted LPN license to practice in Massachusetts.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Ability to use electronic tools and applications relevant to duties.

Responsibilities

• Functions within a designated clinical team.
• Obtains and documents patient information and escalates as needed.
• Provides patient education under a care plan.
• Obtains vital signs and department-based testing.
• Administers medications and treatments per policy.
• Starts and monitors IV infusions and communicates needs to clinicians.
• Documents care activities in the electronic medical record.
• Explains procedures to patients and prepares exam setups.
• Maintains confidentiality and communicates test results or follow-up plans.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Clinical documentation

Medication administration

Education

Graduate from a state-approved school of practical nursing

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system

BLS certification

Massachusetts LPN license

Job description

$5,000 Sign On Bonus for External Candidates

We offer excellent compensation, benefits within 30 days that include generous PTO, paid holidays, annual reviews, tuition reimbursement, along with opportunities for continued career progression!

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision‑making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will provides direct patient care, meeting both the psychological and physical needs of the patients and families. Practices within scope of practice in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. Administers medications and performs procedures in accordance with clinician orders and department/specialty/organizational policy, and procedures. Contributes to the continuity and quality of care of the patient while fostering the best interest and well-being of patients and their families. Identifies those situations requiring clinical judgment and decision making and escalates these issues to clinicians.

Position Details:

• Location: 20 Wall Street, Burlington, MA 01803-4758
• Department: Urgent Care Pediatrics
• Schedule: Two 9‑hour weekday shifts 8am‑5pm and every other weekend, Sat/Sun 830‑230

Primary Responsibilities:

• Functions within a designated clinical team
• Obtains and documents relevant patient information regarding health status; intervenes within scope of practice and escalates issues to the appropriate provider
• Provides standard patient education under the direction of an established documented plan of care
• Obtains vital signs and other department‑based testing
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as directed and in accordance with organizational policy and procedures
• Starts and monitors intravenous infusions. Informs RN or clinician of IVs that need mixing
• Documents all patient care activities, observations, actions and patient outcomes in electronic patient medical records within the established organizational timeframe
• Explains procedures to patients to facilitate understanding
• Performs the necessary set‑up for examinations and procedures available to support the clinician and patient
• Communicates any pertinent information to the relevant members of the health care team verbally and/or through medical record. Maintains patient confidentiality
• Under established protocols or under specific clinician direction, communicates with patients or family regarding specific test results or follow‑up plans
• Proficient in medication administration via IM, sc, ID and nebulizer routes
• Maintains proficiencies in role specific procedures as defined in organizational LPN competencies
• Participates in organizational and departmental process improvement activities
• Participate in emergency procedures
• Provides exceptional service to patients, families and other staff members
• Performs other duties as assigned

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate from a state‑approved school of practical nursing
• Current, unrestricted license to practice as a practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Able to use all electronic tools and applications relevant to the performance of the duties of the position, including but not limited to phone, keyboard, computer and computer applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of nursing experience
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
• Experience with an electronic medical records system
• Pediatric experience

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone‑of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income‑deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.