Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Pediatrics

Summary

Occasionally assists practitioner in performance of procedures, processes telephone prescription orders/refills, maintains patient record and relays test results. Provides safe and quality nursing care under the direction of SHS practitioners and the Clinic Supervisor within scope of practice.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Primary Care teams at Samaritan Health Services offer complete health care for pediatric patients (newborn to 18 years old) through their pediatric and family medicine providers. They encourage and offer preventive care, including annual exams, health screenings and counseling regarding health and lifestyle.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Current unencumbered Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• Previous experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Lab/EKG experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.
• Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
• Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
• Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Rarely (1 - 10% of the time): WALK - Incline Lift (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs, LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs, PULL (0-20 pounds force)
• Frequently (34 - 66% of the time): CLIMB - Stairs Lift (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs, LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs, LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs, LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs, SQUAT, SIT, WALK - Level Surface Lift (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs, SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec), ROTATE TRUNK Sitting, ROTATE TRUNK Standing, FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH Fingers, CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds, CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds, MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists, PUSH (0-20 pounds force), PUSH (20-40 pounds force), PUSH (40-60 pounds force), PUSH (60 or more pounds force)