LPN - Pediatrics

Position Details

40 hours per week: 4 ten hour shifts
Location: 228 Billerica Rd Chelmsford, MA 01824

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
• 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
• Provides exceptional service to patients, families and other staff members
• Performs other duties as assigned

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) certification
• Proven ability 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

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

Pay and Benefits

The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 - $36.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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 company is committed to mitigating its 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.

OptumCare 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.