Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Position Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care, clinical support, and administrative assistance in a pediatric outpatient setting. The LPN ensures safe, high-quality care for infants, children, and adolescents while supporting providers, maintaining regulatory compliance, and contributing to efficient clinic operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and room pediatric patients; obtain age-appropriate vital signs (manual BP), growth measurements (height/length, weight, head circumference, BMI percentile), medical history, and chef complaint. • Perform nursing assessments within scope of practice and document findings in the EMR. • Administer childhood immunizations following CDC/ACIP guidelines and verify proper documentation of VIS sheets. • Administer medications orally, intramuscularly, intradermally, and subcutaneously as ordered by the provider. • Perform point-of-care testing (flu, strep, RSV, urinalysis, etc.). • May assist with or perform phlebotomy and collect lab specimens using pediatric-appropriate techniques. • May perform of assist Provider with complex pediatric clinical tasks including catheterization, nebulizer treatments, wound care, suture removal, and splinting. • Conduct pediatric hearing and vision screenings. • Provide age-appropriate education to parents and patients related to medications, chronic condition management, treatment plans, and follow-up care. • Maintain infection control, sterilization procedures, and proper handling of medical equipment. • Monitor and document vaccine refrigerator/freezer temperatures and comply with VFC guidelines if applicable. • Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and pediatric supplies. • Support parents with instructions for medication, care plans, and follow-up • Respond to pediatric emergencies according to office protocol and participate in routine emergency drills. • Triage pediatric patients in-office and via phone to determine urgency and appropriate care needs. • Responsible for tracking provider orders and maintaining EMR buckets. • Notify the Health Department promptly of any reportable infectious diseases.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program. • Active LPN license in good standing with the NC Nursing Board. • Pediatric experience preferred. • Current BLS certification. • Proficiency with electronic medical records. • Strong understanding of pediatric immunizations, clinical procedures, and nursing protocols.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent communication with children and parents. • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. • Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail. • Compassionate, patient, and child-focused approach