Licensed Practical Nurse Allergy Dept - Somerville - Part time 24HRS
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. SUMMARY 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.
- Possess a current license to practice as a practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- Experience with an electronic medical records system required.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
- Up to date with current standard of nursing care in Specialty.
- Consistent and accurate in documentation and follows documentation policies.
- Demonstrates ability to prioritize, multitask and work in a rapidly changing environment with multiple demands.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Strongly prefer minimum of 1 year of nursing experience.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.
Benefits
- Up to 8%25 company retirement contribution,
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 10 paid holidays,
- Paid professional development
- Competitive health and welfare benefit package.
- $5000 Sign-on Bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
