Entry-Level Licensed Practical Nurse- Mobile Pediatric Healthcare

The Children's Clinic•Fredericksburg, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Children’s Clinic of Fredericksburg is seeking an entry-level Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its mobile pediatric healthcare team. Working alongside a supervising healthcare provider, the LPN delivers safe, patient-centered care to children and families in residential settings. New LPN graduates are encouraged to apply; training and guidance will be provided to help qualified candidates build confidence and clinical skills in a mobile healthcare setting. The role includes preparing the mobile healthcare unit, supporting patient intake and clinical care within the LPN’s authorized scope of practice, performing approved point-of-care tests, assisting with treatments and medication administration as permitted, and documenting care in the electronic health record. The LPN also helps maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked mobile unit; protects patient privacy; follows clinical and infection-control protocols; and contributes to a positive experience for children, caregivers, and the healthcare team. Work takes place primarily in a mobile healthcare vehicle and patients’ homes, with travel between patient locations throughout the assigned service area. The position involves routine nursing activities and potential exposure to infectious illnesses, bodily fluids, and other healthcare-related hazards.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
Current, active LPN license in Virginia or eligibility to practice under an applicable Nurse Licensure Compact privilege.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain certification before beginning clinical duties.
Basic understanding of nursing principles, patient safety, and infection prevention.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow clinical instructions, work collaboratively, and recognize when concerns require escalation.
Ability to work in a mobile healthcare environment and travel to patient residences.
Basic computer skills and willingness to learn electronic health record systems.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform routine nursing activities throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and move medical supplies and equipment within established safety guidelines.
Comfort with potential exposure to infectious illnesses, bodily fluids, and other routine healthcare-related hazards, and ability to follow applicable infection-control and occupational-safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Clinical rotation, volunteer, or work experience involving pediatric patients.
Familiarity with point-of-care testing and specimen collection.
Experience using electronic health records.
Interest in community health, home-based care, or mobile medical services.
Strong ability to communicate with children and families.

Responsibilities

Prepare the mobile healthcare unit for daily patient visits and ensure necessary equipment and supplies are available.
Obtain, monitor, and accurately document patient vital signs, medical histories, and relevant health information.
Perform initial patient intake assessments within the LPN’s authorized scope of practice and training.
Assist the supervising healthcare provider with physical examinations, treatments, and minor medical procedures.
Perform approved point-of-care tests, including rapid strep, influenza, and COVID-19 testing, following established protocols.
Assist with medication preparation and administration as ordered and permitted by nursing regulations and organizational policies.
Provide basic patient and caregiver education under the supervising healthcare provider’s direction.
Observe patient conditions and promptly communicate changes or concerns to the supervising provider.
Maintain the mobile healthcare unit’s cleanliness, organization, and readiness.
Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment.
Restock medical supplies and ensure equipment is clean, functional, and ready for use.
Handle and dispose of sharps, biohazardous materials, and medical waste according to proper procedures.
Identify and immediately report safety hazards, equipment concerns, and other potential risks.
Support efficient daily operations and patient visit preparation.
Document patient encounters, vital signs, testing, treatments, and other clinical information in the electronic health record.
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
Follow applicable nursing standards, clinical protocols, and workplace safety requirements.
Maintain professional boundaries and safeguard confidential information while providing care in patients’ homes.
Deliver compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive care to pediatric patients and families.
Help create a calm, welcoming, and supportive environment for children and caregivers.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor in residential and community settings.
Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, supervising providers, and other healthcare team members.
Collaborate with the mobile healthcare team to support safe and efficient patient visits.
Perform additional duties as assigned, consistent with licensure, training, and scope of practice.