Licensed Practical Nurse Per Diem

Requisition Number: R-23411 Facility: LOC
0003 - 5 Tarkiln Road5 Tarklin Rd Kingston, MA 02364 Department Name: SMC Pediatrics PB Status:
Part time Budgeted

Hours:

0 Shift: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

• 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.

Mandatory Mandates:

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• A clear understanding of an operational model and distinct daily responsibilities for each ODP role
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, prioritization of patient care activities & ability to employ sound judgement and critical thinking when providing patient care
• Mastery of EHR & other clinical, business & administrative applications
• Solid knowledge of safety & quality processes and how to identify & correct errors through continuous improvement
• Excellent interpersonal communication skill set to provide coordinated patient care & develop a caring, supportive relationship with patient, families and staff
• Deep knowledge of core clinical and medical procedures
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills, with an ability to incorporate diagnostic testing and the transfer of care
• Obesity? (the text had a placeholder “Obesity” in the original; keep it verbatim if present)
• Abide by and our existing system? (retain original wording)

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.

Pay Range: $28.18 - $43.96

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• Provide follow-up care as ordered; call patients or their parents to provide further direction from provider. Educate as needed.
• Provide notification of test results and communicate treatment plans from established protocols or provider.
• Document conversation with patients and providers in the electronic medical record.
• Communicate with community agencies for continuity of patient care.
• Coordinate appointments at outside facilities as ordered by the provider.
• Complete forms/letters in the electronic medical record.
• Room patients; open appropriate encounter from the provider schedule; document chief complaint, vital signs and nursing notes in EMR.
• Complete nurse visits according to departmental standard.
• Documents assessment data and prioritizes care with input from provider.
• Administer immunizations and/or medications according to Nursing Workflow, policies and procedures and documents in EMR. Abide by MDPH Immunization requirements for administering and managing immunizations.
• Perform treatments and/or procedures in compliance with departmental standards.
• Monitor patients appropriately and report any changes to provider.
• Provide patient-centered care and education to meet individual needs.
• Participate in the SSMC flu clinic for a minimum of 2 sessions.
• Participate in Weekend/Holiday Coverage.
• Maintain universal precautions. Performs sterile technique as needed.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new employees.
• Assume Charge Nurse Role as designated by Nurse Supervisor.
• Have knowledge of and adhere to the SSH Mission Statement and all SSMC policies and procedures.
• Abide by and promote all SSH and SSMC Service Standards.

Day/evening variable shifts, one weekend shift a month,…