Licensed Practical Nurse

DESCRIPTION

Vickery Pediatrics is seeking a compassionate, high-energy, and detail-oriented LPN to join our clinical team. In this role, you will be the primary point of contact for our young patients and their families, ensuring a smooth, supportive, and professional experience. You will work closely with our pediatricians to provide high-quality medical care in a fast-paced, family-centered environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Intake: Room patients, obtain accurate vital signs (weight, height, head circumference, BP), and document the chief complaint in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Clinical Support: Assist providers with physical exams, minor office procedures, and screenings (vision, hearing, etc.).
• Immunizations & Injections: Administer vaccines and medications according to CDC guidelines and office protocols, maintaining a calm environment for the child.
• Triage & Communication: Handle phone triage, provide basic medical advice under provider supervision, and communicate lab results or follow-up instructions to parents.
• Lab Work: Perform point-of-care testing (strep, flu, RSV, glucose, urinalysis) and prepare specimens for outside labs.
• Administrative Duties: Ensure exam rooms are stocked and sanitized; assist with prior authorizations and medical record requests as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Licensure: Current, unrestricted LPN/RN license in the state of Georgia
• Certification: Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• Experience: Previous experience in pediatrics or family medicine is highly preferred.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency with EHR systems (e.g., eClinicalWorks) and basic office software.
• The "Pediatric Touch": Exceptional ability to communicate with children of all ages-from newborns to adolescents-and the ability to de-escalate anxious parents.
• Adaptability: Ability to multitask in a busy clinic while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and safety.

Why Join Vickery Pediatrics?

• Competitive salary ($19 to $24 hourly) and Health Insurance, 401k, & PTO
• A collaborative team environment where your clinical input is valued.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our local community.

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid LPN license, Prior outpatient or clinic nursing experience preferred & Strong clinical and communication skills

Vickery Pediatrics is a leading provider of pediatric care and treatment in Cumming . We have been following our mission to deliver "healthcare with a heart" since 2005. We are committed to the practice of attentive, transparent and safe medical care. It's our goal to improve the health and lives of our patients and their families, and this goal guides our experienced pediatric team every day.

For parents looking for a long-term source for their child's medical care, we are pleased to welcome you to our Cumming pediatrician office. Read some of our parent & pediatric patient reviews to find out why you'll love us too.

Delivering First-Class Pediatrician Care for Your Family

Our pediatric office in Cumming is a place where your family can feel at home. Many of our patients have joined us shortly after birth, and will remain under our care as toddlers, during their early school years, as teenagers and into college. Building this long-term relationship requires trust and genuine care for the well-being of your child and the entire family.

We want your family to feel welcome and appreciated during each visit to our Cumming pediatrician office, or when using our telemedicine services . When early experiences with a pediatrician are supportive, children develop a positive mindset about their healthcare. When your child forms good habits that develop from routine checkups, good nutrition and open dialogue with their pediatrician, they can follow these healthy practices into adulthood.