Licensed Practical Nurse Per Diem
South Shore Health · Kingston, MA
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About the Job
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Requisition Number
R-23411
Facility
LOC0003 - 5 Tarkiln Road5 Tarklin Rd
Kingston, MA 02364

Department Name
SMC Pediatrics PB
Status
Part time
Budgeted Hours
0
Why Join South Shore Medical Center?
•NEW NURSING RATES! If you're interested in learning more about our new rates and the position, we currently have available, we encourage you to apply today.
•Opportunity for competitive shift differentials.
•Newly enhanced triaging and improved workflow processes designed to support our staff and patient experience.
•Flexible shifts are available & minimal holiday/weekend requirement
•Opportunities to explore or support different outpatient services across South Shore Medical Center.
•The opportunity to enroll in benefits 1st day of hire with no waiting period.
Job Summary
Provides nursing care to patients following established standards and practices. Duties include but are not limited to rooming patients, taking necessary vital signs and measurements, performing and assisting with treatments and procedures as ordered by the provider, administering medications and vaccines as ordered by the provider and educating patients under the direction of the provider.
Compensation Pay Range
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Essential Functions
- Provide follow-up care as ordered; call patients or their parents to provide further direction from provider. Educate as needed.
- JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
High School Degree or equivalent. Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Minimum Work Experience
One-year previous nursing experience preferred
Required Licenses/Certifications
Valid LPN license
Current BLS CPR certification.
Required additional Knowledge, and Abilities
Knowledge of nursing practice to give and assess patient care in collaboration with providers and professional nurses
Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
Ability to work effectively with others to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients (including respect, patience and compassion), office staff and the general public.
Ability to follow quality workflows.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to follow established guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and to follow written and oral instructions.
Demonstrate computer proficiency through efficient use of the electronic medical record, patient registration/billing system, e-mail, and other computer software as required.
Day/evening variable shifts, o ne weekend shift a month, one holiday a year, and one flu clinic a year. ( Floating LPN role in Norwell office between internal & family medicine)
Responsibilities if Required
License/Registration/Certification Requirements
RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts)