Job description
Career opportunity for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to join our patient care team. You will work under the supervision of an one of our Primary care Physicians in a private practice office setting. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding, fast paced job but also very rewarding.
Responsibilities
- Record a patient’s medical history accurately
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
- Administer injections- vaccines, prescribed filled medications and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
- Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
- Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and education on chronic medical conditions
Skills
- Proven experience as LPN or similar role
- Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Excellent knowledge of medical terminology and medications
- Good knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
- Strong physical condition and stamina
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude and able to handle stress
- Successful completion of LPN license program is a must
Job Type: Full-time - part time 4-6 hours
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Pediatrics
Physical setting:
- Outpatient
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Niantic, CT 06357: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- LPN (Required)
Work Location: One location
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