LVN/RN-full time-Pasadena, CA

PM Pediatric Care Pasadena, CA, US

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Summary

The Licensed Practical or Vocation Nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for all departmental functions aligned with the mission, vision, and goals of PM Pediatrics. The LPN/LVN role is an opportunity for a pediatric LPN/LVN to apply their skills in a pediatric urgent care setting and assist with primary patient care based on individual patient needs within their scope of practice under the physician’s direct supervision. This position maintains effective working relationships with all customers, including patients/families, physicians, employees, volunteers, and vendors.

Description

Job Responsibilities:

Provider clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operations
Obtain medical history, patient vital signs, intake, and prioritize patient care
Perform procedures (venipuncture, IV insertion, urinary straight catheterization), administer medications (oral, rectal, IM, and IV), and assist the physician with total patient care within the scope of practice
Remaining knowledgeable in pediatric pharmacology
Be an integral part of the patient care team and assist with patient care within the scope of practice
Perform monthly quality control checks in the office
Assist in performing quality control testing in the lab
Ability to assist the physician with patient care, positioning, and comfort during the x-ray process
Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, and proper sterilization tools and equipment as required
Practice standard safety practices and precautions
Helps patients in distress by responding to emergencies and promptly notifying physician
Establish effective rapport with clients, families, other employees, and physicians
Maintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes to management team
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential in compliance with HIPAA regulations
Update knowledge by participating in continuing education requirements and opportunities; regarding professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations
Enhances health care practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and challenging requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Assisting patients with complaints and taking an active role in service recovery when needed
Assist physician with a focus on efficiency metrics to improve urgent care flow and throughput (Arrival to Room, Arrival to Medication Administration, Disposition to Discharge, Discharge Length of Stay)

Qualifications

Pediatric experience is required; Pediatric ER, Pediatric hospital unit, or Pediatrics Urgent Care Experience preferred
Active state nursing license or active compact state licensure from the state you reside
Prior experience and competency with nursing procedures (not limited to IV placement, urinary straight catheterization, and medication administration)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) recommended
Knowledge of medical practice and terminology, clinic’s processes, and procedures
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
Skill in rapid assessment of the critical presentation of the pediatric population
Ability to use sound reasoning and judgment and act calm in emergencies
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and nonverbally
Possess the following qualifications: Energetic, Highly Motivated, Customer Service Focus, Positive Attitude, Confidentiality, Teamwork, and Professionalism

Compensation:

$28 - $36/hour

The salary/rate range listed here has been provided to comply with local regulations and represents a potential base salary/rate for this role. Please note that actual salaries/rates may vary within this range above or below, depending on experience and location. We look at compensation for each individual and based on experience and qualifications.

EEO Statement

PM Pediatric Care is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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