Pediatric Urgent Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-Time (Selden, NY)

PM Pediatrics•Selden, NY

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) provides primary patient care in a pediatric urgent care setting, working within their scope of practice under the direct supervision of a physician. The role supports departmental functions aligned with PM Pediatrics’ mission, vision, and goals and maintains effective working relationships with patients and families, physicians, employees, volunteers, and vendors. The LPN/LVN provides clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operations. The position requires pediatric experience and availability to work Saturday and Sunday, as well as on-call shifts as part of the schedule rotation. Compensation is listed at $32–$39 per hour; actual pay may vary based on experience, qualifications, and location.

Requirements

Pediatric nursing experience is required; experience as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse in pediatrics, critical care, or emergency care is required.
Active nursing licensure in the state of employment or active compact-state licensure in the state where the candidate resides.
Prior experience and competency with nursing procedures, including IV placement, urinary straight catheterization, and medication administration.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Knowledge of medical practice and terminology, clinic processes and procedures, and medical equipment and instruments.
Skill in rapidly assessing critical presentations in pediatric patients.
Ability to use sound reasoning and judgment and remain calm during emergencies.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and nonverbally.
Energetic, highly motivated, customer-service-focused, positive, confidential, team-oriented, and professional.
Availability to work weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and on-call shifts as part of the schedule rotation.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric emergency room, pediatric hospital unit, or pediatric urgent care experience.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operations.
Obtain medical histories and vital signs, complete patient intake, and prioritize patient care.
Perform procedures including venipuncture, IV insertion, and urinary straight catheterization; administer oral, rectal, intramuscular, and intravenous medications; and assist physicians with patient care within the scope of practice.
Remain knowledgeable about pediatric pharmacology.
Participate as an integral member of the patient care team and provide care within the scope of practice.
Perform monthly quality-control checks in the office and assist with laboratory quality-control testing.
Assist physicians with patient care, positioning, and comfort during x-ray procedures.
Stock examination rooms, maintain instruments, and ensure proper sterilization of tools and equipment.
Follow standard safety practices and precautions.
Respond to patients in distress, assist during emergencies, and promptly notify the physician.
Establish effective rapport with clients, families, employees, and physicians.
Follow policies and procedures, report needed changes to the management team, and contribute to team goals.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education, professional publications, networks, and organizations.
Assist patients with complaints and take an active role in service recovery when needed.
Assist physicians in improving urgent-care flow and throughput, including arrival-to-room, arrival-to-medication-administration, disposition-to-discharge, and discharge-length-of-stay metrics.