CMA/LPN Clinton Pediatrics Full Time Days

East Tennessee Children's Hospital•Clinton, MS

About The Position

Assists and performs nursing functions under the supervision of a Nursing Supervisor. All functions are performed within the limits of the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act and nursing policies and procedures. The role provides pediatric patient care, education, documentation, and support to patients and families while collaborating with other providers. The position reports to the Nurse Manager.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing.
Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Tennessee.
Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Skills as outlined in the LPN orientation checklist.
Effective communication skills.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
One year of pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough health assessments, accurately record information, and promptly report unusual findings to the nursing supervisor or provider.
Assess and identify patient symptoms and problems, report unusual data, and administer nursing care in accordance with the medical and nursing plan of care.
Provide patient care and education that accounts for physiological and developmental needs, family learning needs, and environmental concerns.
Administer medications within scope of practice and obtain and handle specimens according to policy.
Follow infection-control guidelines and use PPE appropriately; assist providers with therapeutic and diagnostic procedures within scope of practice.
Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
Educate families and caregivers about health promotion and a safe environment, including healthy lifestyles, risk-reducing behaviors, age-specific care, and safety.
Evaluate and thoroughly document patient responses to treatments and interventions.
Deliver patient care in accordance with quality management expectations and use appropriate tools.
Complete documentation promptly, thoroughly, accurately, and in compliance with departmental guidelines.
Treat patients, families, visitors, and colleagues with dignity and respect, maintaining a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Provide caring, professional, child- and family-centered care; help patients feel at ease and reduce fear.
Collaborate professionally with other care providers and explain procedures and medications in an understandable manner.
Advocate for patients and help families develop skills to advocate for their child; maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
Accept other assignments and duties as needed and help maintain a safe, clean, orderly clinical and patient-care area.
Maintain clinical competencies, including successful return demonstrations and computer-based learning modules.
Share knowledge and skills with colleagues and support their professional development.
Demonstrate energy, enthusiasm, passion for quality work, commitment to lifelong learning, and support for peers’ leadership efforts.
Use hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably, work efficiently, and serve as a role model or resource for others.
Record applicable patient charges promptly and accurately to support appropriate billing.
Proactively stock supplies and equipment or do so as directed.