Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Family Medicine - Part Time - Norwood, MA

Atrius Health • Norwood, MA

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About The Position

Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health's 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country. 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.
• Up to date with current standard of nursing care in Specialty.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask and work in a rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrates excellence in practice, documentation and cost effective care utilization.
• Maintain high patient satisfaction.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• 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