Pediatric Urgent Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-Time (Selden, NY)

PM Pediatrics•Selden, NY

5d•$32 - $39

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides primary patient care in a pediatric urgent care setting, based on individual patient needs and within the nurse’s scope of practice under a physician’s direct supervision. The role supports departmental functions aligned with PM Pediatrics’ mission, vision, and goals and maintains effective working relationships with patients and families, physicians, employees, volunteers, and vendors. The LPN provides clinical and administrative support to providers, patients, and office operations. Pediatric nursing experience is required, and the schedule includes weekend availability (Saturday and Sunday) and on-call work as part of a rotation. The position is full-time in Selden, New York.

Requirements

Pediatric nursing experience is required; the posting also specifies experience as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse in pediatrics, critical care, or emergency care.
Active nursing licensure in the state of residence or active compact-state licensure.
Prior experience and competency with nursing procedures, including IV placement, urinary straight catheterization, and medication administration.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Knowledge of medical practice and terminology, clinic processes and procedures, and medical equipment and instruments.
Ability to rapidly assess critical presentations in pediatric patients.
Ability to use sound reasoning and judgment and remain calm during emergencies.
Effective verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
Energetic, highly motivated, customer-service focused, positive, confidential, team-oriented, and professional.
Availability to work Saturdays and Sundays and participate in an on-call schedule rotation.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is recommended.
Experience in a pediatric emergency department, pediatric hospital unit, or pediatric urgent care.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operations.
Obtain medical histories and vital signs, perform patient intake, and prioritize patient care.
Perform procedures such as venipuncture, IV insertion, and urinary straight catheterization; administer oral, rectal, intramuscular, and intravenous medications; and assist the physician with patient care within the scope of practice.
Maintain knowledge of pediatric pharmacology.
Participate in the patient care team and assist with care within the scope of practice.
Perform monthly quality control checks in the office and assist with laboratory quality control testing.
Assist the physician with patient care, positioning, and comfort during the x-ray process.
Stock exam rooms, maintain instruments, and ensure proper sterilization of tools and equipment.
Follow standard safety practices and precautions.
Respond to emergencies involving patients in distress and promptly notify the physician.
Build effective rapport with patients, families, employees, and physicians.
Follow policies and procedures, report needed changes to the management team, and contribute to team results.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Protect patient information and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Maintain and update professional knowledge through continuing education, professional publications, personal networks, and professional organizations.
Accept responsibility for new and challenging requests and seek opportunities to add value to the role.
Assist patients with complaints and participate in service recovery when needed.
Support the physician in improving urgent care efficiency and throughput, including arrival-to-room, arrival-to-medication, disposition-to-discharge, and discharge-length-of-stay metrics.