LPN (Pediatric)

LPN (Pediatric) National Staffing Solutions - 3.8 Portsmouth, VA Job Details Full-time From $26 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Benefits from day one Qualifications Nursing Medication administration Patient monitoring Pediatric unit experience Working with pediatric populations Working with children LPN Full Job Description LPN (Pediatric) At National Staffing Solutions, we have the privilege and honor of working with dedicated healthcare professionals that make a positive impact in aiding those needing healthcare services across the U.S. every day. It is our passion, drive and integrity that enables us to continue our focus in assisting remarkable healthcare professionals like yourself in solidifying the best career opportunities available to you. We're currently seeking a LPN (Pediatric) to join our amazing team. Details of the

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$26+/hr Anticipated schedule: Full Time, 5 days per week Enjoy peace of mind knowing you'll receive Day One Medical Benefits Gain valuable professional experience and explore a new geographic region

Daily Range of Responsibilities:

Ensure patient care is carried out in accordance with the Standards of Nursing Caren and the policies and procedures of the clinic. Check patients into the clinic and triage using clinic guidelines. Inform the nurse or physician of the patient's condition and potential problems. Obtain and document patient and pertinent family history. Perform a full range of diagnostic support duties which include taking vital signs,collecting specimens, obtaining, recording and tracking results of diagnostic tools. Assist the physician in a variety of diagnostic examinations such as lumbar punctures, colposcopies and sigmoidoscopies, by preparing, positioning and monitoring patients, and setting out and handling instruments and equipment. Perform laboratory tests such as checking urine for sugar and stool for blood. Record and report results of test. Perform a range of treatment procedures that include sterile dressing changes, applying compresses, monitoring IV fluids, inserting catheters and suctions, inserting nasogastric tubes, administering medications, giving enemas, setting up and giving treatment that requires auxiliary equipment such as oxygen and suction. Ambulate patients to other areas to include Radiology, various clinics, and physical therapy. Prepare patients for tests, examinations, treatments, and/or surgery. Collect specimens such as urine, sputum and stool. Label specimens for laboratory examinations and follow up by calling the laboratory for reports. Alert provider to conditions which deviate from expected findings. Prepare, start, monitor and discontinue intravenous fluids with accuracy and in accordance with established procedures. Observe, report and document all observed symptoms, reactions, treatments and changes in the patient condition to the registered nurse or physician. Make careful observations to assess that nursing procedures and treatment do not cause additional distress.

Job Qualifications:

Education:

Degree/Education Certificate. As an alternative to the education requirements in the basic contract, the HCW may be a graduate of a State Board of Nursing approved LPN/LVN training program OR be a graduate of an accredited LPN program by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), OR have completed an equivalent military training program

Experience:

Possess a minimum of one (1) year of experience within the last two (2) years as an LPN working in a pediatric setting.

Licensure:

Licensure Possess a current unrestricted license to practice as an LPN/LVN in any one (1) of the fifty (50) States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam or the U.S. Submit your resume to us today for consideration and one of our dedicated recruiters will be in touch within 24 business hours. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #INDN2

Pay:

From $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

License/Certification:

LPN (Required)

Work Location:

On the road