Licensed Practical Nurse Pediatric
Ascension•Santa Rosa Beach, FL
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse works in a pediatric specialty at Ascension Medical Clinic in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. The role contributes to patient assessments and well-being, administers medications, monitors patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments, and educates patients and families about treatment plans, post-discharge self-care, holistic health needs, available resources, and follow-up care. The position is full-time on the day shift and offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
Requirements
- Obtain BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
- Hold an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credential from the Florida Board of Nursing or Alabama Board of Nursing before hire or job transfer, with a valid state license for the state in which the associate works.
- Have a high school diploma equivalency or one year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience. Required professional licensure or certification may be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in pediatrics.
- Experience working in a medical clinic or medical group.
- Experience giving and understanding vaccines, shots, and injections, and rooming patients.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the assessment of patients and assure their well-being.
- Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Educate patients and families about disease treatment plans, including post-discharge self-care, holistic health needs, available resources, and follow-up care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
- Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
- Pro-rated paid time off and holidays.
- Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, reimbursement, professional development, and online learning.
- Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
- Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
- Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and other benefits.
- $5,000 sign-on bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
