Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - ENT- Reliant Medical Group

UnitedHealth Group•Worcester, MA

2d•$20 - $36

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care to meet patients’ and families’ psychological and physical needs. The nurse practices within the scope of practice and organizational policies and procedures, administers medications and performs procedures under clinician orders, and contributes to continuity and quality of care. The LPN identifies situations requiring clinical judgment or decision-making and escalates them to clinicians. This position is in the Medical/Surgical Specialties department at the Worcester, Massachusetts location and is scheduled for 38.75 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with scheduling between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Graduate from a state-approved school of practical nursing.
Current, unrestricted license to practice as a practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Ability to use electronic tools and applications relevant to the position, including phone, keyboard, computer, and computer applications.

Responsibilities

Function within a designated clinical team.
Obtain and document relevant patient health information, intervene within scope of practice, and escalate issues to the appropriate provider.
Provide standard patient education under an established, documented plan of care.
Obtain vital signs and perform other department-based testing.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
Start and monitor intravenous infusions and inform an RN or clinician when IV medications need mixing.
Document patient care activities, observations, actions, and outcomes in electronic medical records within the established timeframe.
Explain procedures to patients to facilitate understanding.
Set up examinations and procedures to support clinicians and patients.
Communicate pertinent information to relevant members of the health care team verbally and/or through the medical record, while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Under established protocols or specific clinician direction, communicate with patients or families about specific test results or follow-up plans.
Administer medications by intramuscular, subcutaneous, intradermal, and nebulizer routes.
Maintain proficiency in role-specific procedures defined by organizational LPN competencies.
Participate in organizational and departmental process-improvement activities.
Participate in emergency procedures.
Provide exceptional service to patients, families, and staff members.
Perform other duties as assigned.