Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

at  RWJBarnabas Health

JOB OVERVIEW:

As a Pediatric LPN, you will provide rehabilitative nursing care for pediatric patients and their families under supervision in a long-term care facility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing
• NJ LPN license
• AHA BLS Provider
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience
• Interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others
• Physical stamina and ability to safely lift and move objects and people

Preferred:

• Minimum of one year of rehabilitation and/or pediatric experience

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS:

• Per Diem
• Evenings and Weekends

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs and documents nursing care within LPN scope of practice and hospital policies and procedures
• Notifies Nurse Manager / Charge Nurse of responsibilities and or changes in patient status. Takes appropriate action including recording and reporting
• Understands the importance the interdisciplinary process. Promotes continuity of nursing care and interdisciplinary interventions
• Participates in patient and family education under supervision of RN
• Recognizes and respects patient/family rights in a culturally and religiously sensitive environment of care
• Requests guidance from Manager, RN and other resources when appropriate
• Consistently appraises clinical performance and learning needs through self-evaluation
• Exhibits consistent professional behavior and is accountable for actions with regard to professional issues
• Continual contact with patients, families, visitors and all hospital departments and staff
• Contact with medications, chemicals and equipment

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.