Pediatric LPN

Pediatric

LPN 5.0 5.0

out of 5 stars About us Missouri Ozarks Community Health is a community health center dedicated to providing quality healthcare to individuals in Ava, Gainesville, Mansfield, Mountain Grove, Cabool, and Houston. Our team has been caring for patients since 1997 and is committed to expanding our services. We are currently seeking a full-time Pediatric LPN to join our nursing team. This position will be based from both our Mountain Grove and Cabool Clinics and offer a 4 day work week with clinical daytime hours. The successful candidate will work directly with a medical provider to assist with routine patient care and perform a wide variety of medical procedures. We are looking for a motivated, compassionate professional with strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with children and their caregivers with the flexibility to assist family practice as needed. Candidates must hold current licensure, have a solid understanding of pediatric clinical procedures, and adhere to strict hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

Place patients in exam rooms, record age‑appropriate vital signs, growth measurements (height, weight, head circumference), immunization status, current complaints as appropriate, and relevant history from caregivers. Assist the provider in patient exam, treatment, and specialized procedures. Provide patient and caregiver education on medication use, chronic conditions, injury prevention, nutrition, developmental milestones, and other applicable topics. Maintain confidentiality of patient and caregiver records and information. Document all patient contacts, triage phone calls, and follow clinical protocols to escalate concerns. Perform in-house, CLIA-waived laboratory tests per protocols. Log all lab testing, review laboratory results when returned from outside labs, check them off as received, and refer all abnormal results to the correct provider. Administer immunizations and medications to patients per provider order and medication administration protocols. Assist with outreach activities as directed.

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program. Unrestricted license to practice Practical Nursing in the State of Missouri Experience working with children in a healthcare setting preferred. Ability to communicate effectively with children and their caregivers. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with healthcare providers Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. CPR (BLS) certification preferred. Candidates must pass a drug/alcohol screening before employment can begin.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have a valid driver's license?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

LPN license (Required)

Work Location:

In person