LPN - Urgent Care PRN
About the role
The LPN – Urgent Care reports to department leadership and provides clinical care and services in close cooperation with, and under the clinical guidance/supervision of, the practice provider(s) and/or registered nurse. Performs a wide variety of patient-care activities, accommodative services, and administrative functions to support the medical care of patients and families.
Responsibilities
- Assists physicians, NPs, and/or PAs in all aspects of medical care, treatments, and procedures, as well as diagnostic and laboratory testing, following established policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Participates in ongoing quality assurance, maintains regulatory requirements, and assists in establishing and updating applicable policies and procedures.
- Provides support for orientation and training of staff and students.
- Demonstrates excellence in nursing practice characterized by quality patient care and participation in formal and informal patient, family, and staff education.
- Demonstrates effective use of time and resources.
- Provides coverage as needed to locations outside the primary work location based on operational needs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Licenses and/or Certifications
- Current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- CPR and PEARS training required; must be obtained within 45 days of hire.
- PALS certification required or must be obtained within six months of hire.
Requirements
- Professional knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
- Pediatric experience preferred.
- Ability to travel.
- Must provide record of a completed diploma (or equivalent) or academic transcript for those areas performing complexity testing.
Working Conditions
Clinical patient-care environment with minimal exposure to hazards such as excess noise, dust, or extremes in temperature. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, body fluids, and other conditions common to the healthcare environment. Moderate adverse working conditions due to the need to perform certain patient-care activities.
Physical Requirements
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