(LPN I) Rheumatology and Nephrology Clinic
About The Position
The LPN I provides nursing care in the Rheumatology and Nephrology Clinic. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., on the day shift. It is full-time. Most new hires start at $20.50–$25.60 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. The role collects patient and family data, contributes to and reassesses care plans in collaboration with a registered nurse, and carries out routine patient care and medication administration. The LPN recognizes when to involve other health team members and responds to emergency situations. This position is designated safety sensitive; candidates who are current users of medical marijuana cannot fill it. Arkansas Children's is a tobacco-free workplace, and flu vaccines are required.
Requirements
- Completion of an approved program in accordance with state requirements.
- Licensed Practical Nurse credential from the Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN).
- Entry-level position; experience is not required.
Responsibilities
- Collect patient and family data to help identify clinical, educational, psychosocial, and cultural needs, and communicate observations to health team members.
- Contribute to the patient plan of care based on identified needs and recognize when to involve other health team members.
- Plan, prioritize, and organize patient care tasks to use time and resources effectively.
- Complete routine patient care tasks and administer medications safely, efficiently, and promptly; recognize and intervene in emergency situations.
- Individualize nursing interventions to meet identified needs and modify them when patient or family needs change.
- Reassess and modify the patient plan of care in collaboration with the registered nurse.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
