PEDIATRIC CLINICAL STAFF MEMBER (PEDIATRIC NURSE) (Full Time)-
We are hiring Pediatric Nurses (LPN or MA) to work full time for The Center for Pediatric Excellence, PLLC (CPE).
This means delivering exceptional patient service and quality clinical care with an upbeat “can do” attitude.
The pediatric nurse will practice in a pediatric outpatient setting.
They need to demonstrate medical knowledge, clinical judgment, technical competence, professionalism, interpersonal communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and will be responsible for professional development and competency validation.
They must have an advanced knowledge of nursing theory and application.
They will need to perform a wealth of responsibilities while maintaining a positive attitude with an outgoing spirit.
One must have good leadership, management, communication, and analytical skills for a diverse family oriented medical office practice.
Lastly, the nurse must be grounded and believe great and quality customer service is the number one goal.
Jobs and Responsibilities but not limited to:
Provide exceptional customer service
Provide clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operations
Greet families as they arrive with a smile
Computer competency and adaptability to an electronic medical records system
Maintain quality chart documentation and record keeping
Obtain medical history, patient vital signs, and intake and place in EMR
Test patients vision, hearing and neurocognitive functioning
Administer vaccines
Administer IM and PO pediatric medications
Triage phone calls from patients or parents and document in EMR
Send refill prescriptions to pharmacies and document in EMR
Interact with patients or parents via tele-med appointments
Operate medical equipment needed to assist with patient care
Perform and document routine labs, such as throat and urine cultures
Ability to catheterize infants and children
Irrigate and assist with wounds
Assist with pediatric office procedures
Assist in performing quality control testing in the lab
Be an integral part of the patient care team and assist with patient care within the scope of practice
Assists with patient and family education
Keep exam rooms clean and stocked with adequate supplies
Maintain order and cleanliness of the clinical area if needed
Work closely with the reception/clerical team to ensure smooth operation of the clinical area, including patient flow and processing of medical records.
Practice standard safety practices and precautions
Help patients in distress by responding to emergencies and notifying medical team
(another nurse, PNP, and physician)
Maintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes to management team
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential
Enhances health care practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and challenging requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Assists families with complaints and take an active role in service recovery when needed
Continue medical knowledge through educational services
Performs additional duties as requested by Manager or Team Leader/Supervisor
Will obtain/maintain a BLS/PALS certification
Required Participation in Community Service at CPE Community Outreach Programs
Qualifications
High school diploma
Graduate from a licensed MA or LPN program with an active medical license
Bilingual in Spanish or Lao Preferred
Fully immunized including proof of the Covid-19 Vaccine
1 year prior experience as a Medical Assistant/LPN in Pediatrics
Knowledge of EKG placement and performance in children
Ability to obtain laboratory tests via nasal or throat swab or urinary catheter
Demonstrate a professional and friendly demeanor
Strong communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment
Experience with computers, electronic medical records and charting
Willing to learn new medical software
Must be dependable/punctual
Must be a team player
4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Work setting:
In-person
COVID-19 considerations:
We will comply with CDC/TN Department of Health/AAP recommendations for an outpatient pediatric office setting.
Ability to commute/relocate:
Smyrna, TN 37167: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Nursing: 1 year (Required)
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
BLS Certification (Preferred)
LPN
Job Type: Full-time
Medical specialties:
* Pediatrics
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work setting:
* In-person
* Private practice
Work Location: In person