Staff Nurse (LPN)/Dr. George Van Buren Pediatrics

Brief Description

Why MCR Health? A career at MCR Health offers exciting opportunities with one of the largest Healthcare companies in the areas we serve. Now, more than ever, we are looking for exceptional people to support our passion to provide "Exceptional Care to Everyone, Every Time" and to support our Mission to serve everyone. Whether you are providing direct patient care or in other areas of our Company, you can find a home here. We invite you to be part of our community, where you can grow your career and serve with your heart.

Work Location

Bradenton, FL

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the time and attendance policy as written in the employee handbook.
• Must be able to float to alternative locations as instructed by your supervisor, with short notice to ensure adequate site coverage.
• Provides vital signs, interviews the patient/family, and charts.
• Collaborates with healthcare providers in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the needs of patients and peers.
• Maintains positive, effective communication with providers, supervisors, and peers.
• Sets up Provider’s orders to the various appropriate departments.
• Knowledgeable and assists Providers as requested with exams, procedures, removal of sutures, etc.
• Completes medication and DME authorizations for patients in a timely manner.
• Knowledgeable in walk-in triage and interventions regarding patients' age under the leadership of the Clinical Nurse Leader.
• Knowledgeable regarding all medical forms (PE, work excuses, proof of pregnancy, etc.).
• Knowledgeable regarding patient-specific reports and logs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of ordered medications and immunizations and their appropriate route of administration.
• Adheres to the medication administration policy.

Requirements

• HS/GED required
• Current LPN license in good standing with the Florida Board of Nursing
• 1+ years of Clinical experience in an ambulatory care setting preferred
• Current CPR certification required
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills
• Must be flexible, resourceful, and able to troubleshoot
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and set priorities
• Pride in the job you do and the image you present to our patients & visitors
• A positive can-do attitude
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

Summary

The Staff Nurse LPN ensures services are administered utilizing professional standards with a strong focus on quality, timely care, and exceptional customer service under the direction of the medical provider.