The LPN / LVN Pediatric Nurse functions under thesupervision and guidance of the RN/Nursing Supervisor or Physician andparticipates in the multi-disciplinary process of providing care and treatmentto patients and provides clinical support and technical assistance to theprofessional medical and other staff. The LPN is responsible for functioning within the scope of practicedictated by the respective Board of Nursing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Takes and records vital signs of pediatric patients

• Prepares and gives injections and enemas; monitors catheters

• Assists patients with bathing, dressing, and other personalhygiene

• Assesses signs and symptoms indicating physiologic andpsychosocial changes in the patient’s condition

• Assists physicians with patient office visits: includingmanaging the front desk with phones, scheduling appointments, patientreferrals, putting patients in rooms, interviewing patients, recording vitalsigns including pulse rate, blood pressure, height and weight, and entersinformation in patient’s electronic medical record

• Performs interventions according to priorities, plan ofcare, and the hospital/clinic policies and patient care outcome standard

• Provides a safe, comfortable and therapeutic patientenvironment

• Uses clinical judgment in evaluation activities to meetpatient care needs of an assigned unit/floor including establishing priorities

• Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the environment andequipment

• Administers immunizations

• Has strong knowledge of pediatric pharmacology

Minimum Requirements:

• Current LPN/LVN nursing license within the state ofassignment

• Minimum of one year pediatric clinical experience within thelast three years preferred

• Current PALS Card (per client and / or state requirement)

• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers,clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English languageis required

• Computer proficiency required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

  “Please note that this pay range represents a goodfaith estimate of the compensation that will be offered for this position basedon the circumstances. The actual pay offered to a successful candidate willtake into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited tolocation, experience, and other variable factors.”

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.