LPN or RN (4408) PEDIATRICS BEAUMONT

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care to patients who present with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems; utilizes knowledge of basic nursing principles, practices and ethics; participates in the organization and management of the physician's practice. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Formal training which will be indicated by a graduation certificate from an accredited LPN school of nursing; basic life support and CPR certifications; current Kentucky state licensure required; IV certification; minimum two years broad experience with emphasis in medical office duties; ability to monitor patient condition; good verbal communication skills. PHYSICAL GUIDELINES: Physical guidelines include the ability to move, traverse, position self, remain in a stationary position, and negotiate steps for up to eight hours per day; lift, move and transport patients and materials; manual dexterity and motor coordination; articulate speech; read and understand medical information; visual acuity and ability to distinguish colors. RN SUMMARY: The RN provides expert professional nursing care; assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care rendered to patients with urgent, emergent, or potential health problems; and, participate in the management of the department. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Formal training that will be indicated by a graduation certificate from an accredited RN school of nursing; current state licensure required; CPR certificate; experience in clinic-based nursing; dedication to patient satisfaction; ability to communicate effectively; and, the ability to work compatibly with physicians and other staff members. PHYSICAL GUIDELINES: Physical guidelines include the ability to move, traverse, position self remain in a stationary position and negotiate steps, for up to eight hours per day; lift move and transport patients and materials; manual dexterity and motor coordination; articulate speech; read and understand medical information; visual acuity and ability to distinguish colors. NOTE: This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to act as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Attendance is an essential function of the job.