Licensed Practical Nurse Pediatrics Atrius Health Somerville

Position Summary Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Pediatrics at Atrius Health, a part of the Optum family. Position Details Department: Pediatrics Location: 40 Holland Street, Somerville, MA 02144 Standard Hours: 36 hours weekly, 4 9-hour shifts (days to be determined) Sign‑On Bonus: $5,000 for external candidates Primary Responsibilities Functions within a designated clinical team Obtains and documents relevant patient information regarding health status; intervenes within scope of practice and escalates issues to the appropriate provider Provides standard patient education under the direction of an established documented plan of care Obtains vital signs and other department-based testing Administers prescribed medications and treatments as directed and in accordance with organizational policy and procedures Starts and monitors intravenous infusions. Informs RN or clinician of IVs that need mixing Documents all patient care activities, observations, actions and patient outcomes in electronic patient medical records within the established organizational timeframe Explains procedures to patients to facilitate understanding Performs the necessary set-up for examinations and procedures available to support the clinician and patient Communicates any pertinent information to the relevant members of the health care team verbally and/or through medical record. Maintains patient confidentiality Under established protocols or under specific clinician direction, communicates with patients or family regarding specific test results or follow-up plans Proficient in medication administration via IM, sc, ID and nebulizer routes Maintains proficiencies in role specific procedures as defined in organizational LPN competencies Participates in organizational and departmental process improvement activities Participates in emergency procedures Provides exceptional service to patients, families and other staff members Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Graduate from a state-approved school of practical nursing Current, unrestricted license to practice as a practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Proven ability to use all electronic tools and applications relevant to the performance of the duties of the position, including but not limited to phone, keyboard, computer and computer applications Preferred Qualifications Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty 1+ years of nursing experience Experience with an electronic medical records system Benefits and Compensation Hourly rate ranges from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour based on full-time employment. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, 401(k) contribution, and other benefits subject to eligibility requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr