Licensed Practical Nurse

Nemours is seeking an LPN for our primary care site in Milford, DE. Primary Functions: At the direction and under the supervision of a recognized licensed authority, the licensed practical nurse (LPN) contributes to the nursing process by performing tasks within the framework of case finding, health teaching, supportive and restorative care. The LPN gathers patient data and performs follow-up assessments using the nursing process. Essential Functions: Gather patient data and collaborate with healthcare team on plan of care Provides care that meets professional standards of practice and regulatory requirements Safely administers medications and vaccines as prescribed by the provider Assists provider with procedures within the scope of the LPN license Performs point of care testing Provides age and developmentally appropriate care to primary and specialty care patients Performs and documents patient intake including but not limited to: height, weight, head circumference, blood pressure, vision and hearing screen, reason for visit, medication reconciliation Participates in departmental and system wide quality improvement activities Screens patient and family calls, gathers information, escalates and refers appropriately Required: Graduate of accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program Active DE LPN licensure required Current BLS certification required from American Heart Assocation. Schedule: The LPN position will primarily work 830 a.m. -500 p.m. The building hours are Monday- Thursday 730a-630p, Friday 730a-500p and every other Saturday 745a-415p. There is a minimum of 6 Saturdays a year that will need to be worked. This position is 40 hours per week.