LPN Pediatrics

at  Steward Health Care

Steward Medical Group at Hawthorn Medical Associates is seeking an experienced LPN for our busy Pediatrics Department.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Maintain exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness. Prepare list of medical supplies needed. Prepare equipment and aid physician during treatment, examination and testing of patients.
• Observe, record and report patient condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Dispense medication as directed. Educate patient/family about diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness.
• Greet patients and prepare them for physician examination. Screen patients for appropriation information. Instructs patients about the collection of samples and tests. Ability to triage patients appropriately.
• Maintain/review patient records, charts and other pertinent information.
• Responds to/refers patient treatment-related phone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions and test results per provider instructions.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Valid registration as an LPN in the State of Massachusetts.
• One to two years experience in medical/surgical nursing and/or area of specialty preferred.
• CPR certified.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures. Knowledge of medications and their effect on patients. Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques, administration of a variety of treatments and medications as directed. Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions. Skill in preparing/maintaining records, writing reports and responding to correspondence. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to establish /maintain a safe work environment. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to work effectively as team members with physicians and other staff. Ability to interact appropriately with patients, families, staff and others. Flexibility to respond to changing demands.

We can offer you:

• Vacation, holiday and sick time
• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision and other elective insurance as well as tuition reimbursement
• 401K with company contribution
• Supportive culture and professional development
• Internal growth opportunities

Hawthorn Medical Associates, an affiliate of Steward Health Care, was established in 1970 and is the largest multi-specialty group practice in the Greater New Bedford area. We have many of the area’s finest physicians who practice in our state-of-the-art facilities in a campus-like setting. They are supported by a skilled professional and support staff and together provide high quality, comprehensive medical care to more than 138,000 patients each year.

Please refer the Job description for details