Licensed Practical Nurse
Nemours is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse LPN for our primary care office in Paoli, PA.
Primary FunctionsAt the direction and under the supervision of a recognized licensed authority, the licensed practical nurse (LPN) contributes to the nursing process by performing tasks within the framework of case finding, health teaching, supportive and restorative care.
The LPN gathers patient data and performs follow-up assessments using the nursing process.
Essential Functions Gather patient data and collaborate with healthcare team on plan of care Provides care that meets professional standards of practice and regulatory requirements Safely administers medications and vaccines as prescribed by the provider Assists provider with procedures within the scope of the LPN license Performs point of care testing Provides age and developmentally appropriate care to primary and specialty care patients Performs and documents patient intake including but not limited to:
height, weight, head circumference, blood pressure, vision and hearing screen, reason for visit, medication reconciliation Participates in departmental and system wide quality improvement activities Screens patient and family calls, gathers information, escalates and refers appropriately RequiredGraduate of accredited Licensed Practical Nurse programActive PA LPN licensure requiredCurrent BLS certification required from American Heart Association1-3 years of job related experience Recommended Skills Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (Acls) Assessments Basic Life Support Blood Pressure Licensed Practical Nurse Nursing Process Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Primary FunctionsAt the direction and under the supervision of a recognized licensed authority, the licensed practical nurse (LPN) contributes to the nursing process by performing tasks within the framework of case finding, health teaching, supportive and restorative care.
The LPN gathers patient data and performs follow-up assessments using the nursing process.
Essential Functions Gather patient data and collaborate with healthcare team on plan of care Provides care that meets professional standards of practice and regulatory requirements Safely administers medications and vaccines as prescribed by the provider Assists provider with procedures within the scope of the LPN license Performs point of care testing Provides age and developmentally appropriate care to primary and specialty care patients Performs and documents patient intake including but not limited to:
height, weight, head circumference, blood pressure, vision and hearing screen, reason for visit, medication reconciliation Participates in departmental and system wide quality improvement activities Screens patient and family calls, gathers information, escalates and refers appropriately RequiredGraduate of accredited Licensed Practical Nurse programActive PA LPN licensure requiredCurrent BLS certification required from American Heart Association1-3 years of job related experience Recommended Skills Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (Acls) Assessments Basic Life Support Blood Pressure Licensed Practical Nurse Nursing Process Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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