Licensed Practical Nurse
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) practices under the direction and supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner and within the scope of practice defined by the State Board of Nursing. The LPN contributes to the assessment of office patients and assists the physician or nurse practitioner with patient treatment and education. Under clinical supervision of the physician or nurse practitioner and administrative direction of the practice manager, the LPN performs procedures in the office setting. This position is with BMH Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in Brattleboro, Vermont. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; weekend, holiday, and call schedules are not applicable.
Requirements
- Graduate from an NLN-accredited school for Licensed Practical Nursing.
- At least one year of experience in a doctor’s office setting.
- Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in the State of Vermont.
- CPR certification.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions and irregular hours.
- Hand-eye coordination and manual and finger dexterity.
- Ability to distinguish letters, numbers, or symbols accurately and use office equipment such as a computer terminal, telephone, copier, and facsimile, as well as medical equipment such as a stethoscope and blood pressure cuff.
- Corrected hearing and vision within the normal range; absence of color blindness.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the physician’s or nurse practitioner’s assessment of office patients.
- Assist the physician or nurse practitioner with patient treatment and education.
- Perform procedures in the office setting under clinical supervision.
- Practice within the scope of practice defined by the State Board of Nursing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
