Lead Licensed Practice Nurse

Playground Management MSO LLC•Nashville, IN

12d

About The Position

Playground Pediatrics is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) to support providers in delivering high-quality, patient-centered pediatric care. The LPN helps ensure smooth daily operations by managing patient flow, collecting and documenting clinical information, and assisting with examinations and procedures. The role also supports patient education and communication while maintaining professional, safe, and compliant care standards. It is a collaborative, fast-paced position where the nurse's work directly affects the patient experience. The position includes serving as the Vaccines for Children (VFC) Coordinator, overseeing vaccine inventory, storage, handling, ordering, and compliance with state and federal requirements. The nurse also helps manage clinical supplies and address patient concerns.

Requirements

Active nursing license.
At least two years of professional experience practicing as a licensed nurse.
Current BLS certification.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
High integrity, discretion, humility, and professionalism.
Ability to think critically, solve complex challenges, and manage conflict productively.
Experience and comfort working in a matrixed organization with shared services and resources.
Dynamic skills in organizational standardization and transformation.
Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to work under pressure, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines.
Ability to self-direct work.

Nice To Haves

Athena experience.

Responsibilities

Communicate professionally and courteously with patients, physicians, and other staff members.
Coordinate and oversee patient flow to support efficient and timely care.
Provide direct patient care, including assessment support, medication administration, immunizations, treatments, and patient education.
Obtain and accurately document patient vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints.
Perform venipunctures, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing according to established protocols.
Monitor and maintain vaccine inventory as the Vaccines for Children (VFC) Coordinator.
Ensure proper vaccine storage and handling, including daily temperature monitoring and documentation for refrigerators and freezers.
Maintain temperature-control logs and respond appropriately to temperature excursions.
Coordinate vaccine ordering and inventory reconciliation, and ensure compliance with state and federal VFC requirements.
Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and clinical documentation as needed.
Monitor clinical supply inventory and coordinate ordering of medical supplies.
Address patient concerns and help resolve clinical issues professionally.
Maintain current licensure, certifications, and required continuing education.
Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
Follow OSHA and practice safety regulations and procedures.
Demonstrate dedication to the organization's mission, vision, values, and goals.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance, including attending monthly staff meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.