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Job Description
Nurse (LPN) - Pediatrics OLV Human Services - 2.8 Lackawanna, NY Job Details Full-time $24 - $28 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications Equipment safety procedures Medical equipment operation Writing skills Employee relationship building Clinical information systems Safety hazards Computer skills
LPN Full Job Description Now Hiring:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Make a Difference Every Day at
Century-Airport Pediatrics Hourly Rate:
$24-28 per hour (based on experience) + Full Time Benefits Do you light up when you help a child feel safe, supported, and cared for? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days feel the same? Are you looking to be part of a team that truly cares about its staff and the families we serve? If so, Century-Airport Pediatrics wants to meet you. We're a dedicated pediatric practice providing compassionate, high quality care to children from birth through age 18 — and we're looking for an LPN who brings skill, heart, and a love for pediatric nursing. What You'll Do As an LPN in our practice, you'll play a vital role in creating positive experiences for our patients and families.
You will:
Prepare children for exams by taking histories, vitals, and starting the EHR note Assist providers during visits and procedures Administer vaccines, medications, and in office tests Perform pediatric lab work (finger sticks, UA, cultures, vision/hearing screenings, etc.) Triage patient calls and messages Maintain clean, organized exam rooms and manage vaccine logs Support scheduling, referrals, authorizations, and care gap initiatives Contribute to a warm, trauma informed patient experience Who You Are You're an LPN who wants to make a true impact.
You bring:
A current NYS LPN license Comfort caring for children of all ages (newborn-18 years) Strong communication and relationship-building skills EHR proficiency Reliability, organization, and calm under pressure A commitment to confidentiality and teamwork Why You'll Love Working Here At Century-Airport Pediatrics, you're part of a close-knit, supportive team that values your skills and passion for pediatric nursing. You'll enjoy: A collaborative, friendly team culture Meaningful, purpose-driven work Daily variety and skill-building opportunities A workplace grounded in compassion and respect ✅ Ready to Join Our Team? If you're a caring, dedicated LPN who loves working with kids, we'd love to meet you. Apply online to this posting today!
Job Summary:
The Pediatric nurse is responsible for assisting in the delivery of healthcare and patient care management for children ages newborn-18 yrs of age. Adheres to all office policies and procedures and the employee manual.
Essential Job Duties:
Prepares patients for examination and treatment escorting them from the waiting area to the exam room and taking histories, vital signs and starting EHR office visit note. Performs selected nursing and administrative duties and assists the provider (Physician or Nurse Practitioner) as part of the clinical team. Provides preparation, administration and documentation of vaccines, and injectable and oral medications including steroids, antibiotics, must be comfortable with all ages (newborn -18 yrs. old). Maintains temp logs for vaccine refrigerator and freezer Complies with emergency plan for moving vaccines if necessary Provides preparation, administration and documentation of lab work and procedures including but not limited to hemoglobin and lead level via finger stick, urinalysis, urine and throat cultures, hemoccult, nebulizers, spirometry, pulse ox, vision and hearing screening, ear flush, vital signs, rapid strep, dressing changes, and finger splints. Must be comfortable with all ages (newborn-18 yrs of age). Completes patient forms including school forms, and WIC forms as per office policy. Triages and responds to patient communications within practice policy. Confers with provider regarding any patient concerns, abnormal or incomplete patient tests. Prepares, cleans and maintains exam rooms. Assists with office procedures as needed; provides other patient care services as directed by provider. Provides accurate and prompt documentation for all patients. Maintains thorough sign out at change of shift on well and sick side. Assists with scheduling office visits, specialist appointments, tests, procedures and prior authorizations. Maintains knowledge of patient handouts and newsletter. Contributes to the development of policies and procedures. Maintains strict confidentiality. Treats staff, providers, visitors and patients with dignity and respect. Responsibilities for quality improvement initiatives Performs other related work as required. Maintains stock and orders supplies Ordering/maintaining vaccine stock Hedis Review, quality measures, gaps in care
Skills:
Core Values:
Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Accountability & Adaptability Knowledge of medical equipment, common safety hazards and precautions, procedures required. Knowledge of computers and EHR required. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to work well with children of all ages. Excellent communication skills required.
Education & Experience:
None listed
License/Registration/Certifications Required:
Current NYS Licensed Practical Nurse Required Trainings:
New Hire Orientation Risking Connection Performance Competency Template:
Professional Physical Requirements:
The following physical requirements must be evaluated by a physician prior to entry into a Nursing program. Upon admission to the Nursing program, you will be required at that time to have a physical and have a doctor complete our required form, as to your abilities with regards to these physical requirements.
Strength:
Sufficient to assist with lifting and transferring a patient and perform CPR.
Mobility:
Sufficient mobility to bend, stoop, and bend down to the floor; ability to move around rapidly; and to move in small, confined areas.
Hearing:
Sufficient to hear through the stethoscope to discriminate against sounds; to hear cries for help; to hear alarms on equipment and emergency signals; and various overhead pages.
Vision:
Sufficient to make physical assessments of patients and equipment.
Communication:
Able to communicate in both verbal and written formats; and interact with clients, staff, and faculty supervisors.
