Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Allergy - Somerville, MA - Part Time (24 hrs a week)

Atrius Health • Somerville, MA

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About The Position

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Under the direction and supervision of a Department Chief, Nurse Leader or designee, this licensed practical nurse provides direct patient care, meeting both psychological and physical needs of the patients and families. Practices within scope of practice in accordance with organizational policies and procedures. Administers medications and performs procedures in accordance with clinician orders and department/specialty/organizational policy, and procedures. Contributes to the continuity and quality of care of the patient while fostering the best interest and well-being of patients and their families. Identifies those situations requiring clinical judgment and decision making and escalates these issues to clinicians.

Requirements

• Graduate of a state-approved school of practical nursing.
• Current license to practice as a practical nurse in Massachusetts.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience preferred.
• Experience with an electronic medical records system required.

Nice To Haves

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask and work in a rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrates excellence in practice and documentation.
• Fluent in basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision.
• Meet both psychological and physical needs of patients and families.
• Administer medications and perform procedures as per clinician orders.
• Contribute to the continuity and quality of patient care.
• Identify situations requiring clinical judgment and escalate to clinicians.

Benefits

• Up to 8% company retirement contribution.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Paid professional development.
• Competitive health and welfare benefit package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree