Pediatric Outpatient LPN

Saint Peter’s Health Care System; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 33,517 - 53,629; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Free onsite parking

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Saint Peter's Health Care System in New Jersey seeks a Pediatric Outpatient LPN who is bilingual (English/Spanish preferred) to join the Department of Pediatrics. The role includes direct patient care, documentation, and medication administration in a pediatric outpatient setting.

Qualified candidates will be graduates of an accredited practical nursing program with NJ LPN licensure and BLS. Salary range listed; benefits and potential sign-on bonus offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Practical School of Nursing.
• Possession of a valid LPN license in the State of New Jersey.
• BLS Certification required by American Heart Association.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate competency in all procedures within scope of practice and patient ages.
• Provide direct patient care within scope of practice.
• Inform and instruct patient/caregivers on Plan of Care when requested.
• Document on the Superbill and Medical Record all aspects of patient care.
• Administer medications and parenteral therapy per hospital guidelines.
• Report information and unusual occurrences per policies.

Education

LPN license (New Jersey)

Job description

Pediatric Outpatient LPN Bilingual
Department of Pediatrics

Saint Peter's is among the few hospitals in the world to have earned its 7th consecutive Magnet® designation and its first Magnet with Distinction designation. The Magnet with Distinction designation is an elite level of this recognition, awarded to organizations that demonstrate exceptional performance in nursing practices and patient outcomes. Our team of award-winning nurses is growing, and we are looking for talented, compassionate RNs to join our team.

The Pediatric Outpatient LPN will:

• Demonstrate competency in performing all procedures within scope of practice and requirements for positions, including data collection, as appropriate to the ages of the patients’ growth and development through the life cycle factors (Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics).
• Provide direct patient care within scope of practice.
• When requested, inform and instruct patient/caregivers on patient's health/illness state and Plan of Care.
• Document on the Superbill and the Medical Record all aspects of patient care accurately.
• Administer medications and parenteral therapy in accordance with established Saint Peter's University Hospital guidelines.
• Report all necessary information and/or unusual occurrences in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an Accredited Practical School of Nursing.
• Possession of a valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
• BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred

Monday through Friday, some travel to off‑site locations, no weekends or holidays

Qualified candidates with directly related experience may be eligible for a competitive sign‑on bonus

Salary Range:24.33 - 38.93 USD

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.

The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back‑up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.

You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.