Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse

Carolina Family Health Centers•Elm City, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Carolina Family Health Centers, Inc. is seeking a Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team at the Harvest Family Health Center location in Elm City, NC. This role involves providing direct patient care to pediatric patients, preparing them for examinations, assisting medical providers with procedures, and educating patients. The organization is a nonprofit, federally qualified health center (FQHC) committed to providing accessible and affordable healthcare to the community, regardless of ability to pay. Their integrated model includes primary medical care, behavioral health, pharmacy, and dental services.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing as an LPN.
Current and unrestricted license to practice in North Carolina.
Bilingual in Spanish is required.
Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and respectful manner.
Must be organized and detail oriented.
BLS Certification

Responsibilities

Maintain absolute confidentiality in dealing with patient information.
Collect and record patient data, vital signs (TPR & BP, height and weight), patients’ chief complaint, allergy history.
Prepare patients for examination; take medical history assist providers with patient care and treatment; assist providers with medical procedures.
Perform routing laboratory tests related to the examination and treatment of patients, or refer such patients to the laboratory.
Follow established procedures for testing and tracking.
Maintain a clean and safe workstation (including lab) according to OSHA standards.
Perform screening tests and records results.
Stock exam rooms and keep instruments and equipment sterile and clean in clinical areas, as needed.
Administer medications and fluids as prescribed by provider and documents such treatment in accordance with established procedures.
Document all pertinent data in the patient record, per established procedures.
Provide education and counseling to all patients appropriate to their level of understanding.
Call pharmacy for prescription refills, as directed by the provider.
Perform patient triage, as necessary, for appointments and walk-ins.