Entry-Level Licensed Practical Nurse- Mobile Pediatric Healthcare

The Children's Clinic of Fredericksburg•Fredericksburg, VA

4d•$25 - $28

About The Position

The Children’s Clinic of Fredericksburg is expanding its Mobile Pediatric Urgent Care team and seeks a compassionate, motivated, and dependable entry-level Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The LPN works alongside a supervising healthcare provider to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care to children and families in residential settings. The role involves preparing the mobile healthcare unit, supporting clinical care and testing, maintaining accurate records, and helping ensure safe, efficient patient visits. New LPN graduates are encouraged to apply; training and guidance will be provided to help qualified candidates develop confidence and clinical skills in mobile healthcare.

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 travel between patient locations throughout the assigned service area and potential exposure to infectious illnesses, bodily fluids, and routine healthcare-related hazards.

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 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 examinations, treatments, and minor medical procedures.
Perform approved point-of-care tests, including rapid strep, influenza, and COVID-19 tests, following established protocols.
Assist with medication preparation and administration as ordered and permitted by regulations and organizational policies.
Provide basic patient and caregiver education under the supervising provider’s direction.
Observe patients and promptly communicate changes or concerns to the supervising provider.
Maintain the mobile unit’s cleanliness, organization, and readiness; restock supplies and ensure equipment is clean and functional.
Follow infection prevention procedures, use appropriate PPE, and properly handle and dispose of sharps, biohazardous materials, and medical waste.
Identify and immediately report safety hazards, equipment concerns, and other potential risks.
Support daily operations and patient visit preparation.
Document patient encounters, vital signs, testing, treatments, and other clinical information in the electronic health record.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies; maintain professional boundaries in patients’ homes.
Follow nursing standards, clinical protocols, workplace safety requirements, and applicable infection control procedures.
Deliver compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive care and help create a calm, welcoming environment for children and caregivers.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor in residential and community settings.
Communicate effectively and collaborate with patients, caregivers, supervising providers, and other healthcare team members.
Perform additional duties consistent with licensure, training, and scope of practice.