Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) job in Philadelphia at Shriners Hospitals For Children

The LPN functions in a role accountable for providing comprehensive, family-centered care to patients and families in the pediatric orthopedic Outpatient Department. Demonstrated knowledge and to provide orthopedic/pediatric nursing care for infant, toddler, preschool, school age and young adult (up to age 21) patients including specialty care offered through Shriners Hospital

• Performs nursing interventions in accordance with the outpatient clinic standards of care and LPN practice guidelines.
• Supports the plan of care to provide continuity of care.
• Assists physicians, nursing and other health care professional with procedures, the intake and depart processes. Accurately documents findings during the intake process in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Uses computer to enter patient information into the EMR in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participates in positive and effective communication; demonstrates flexibility of change as required, promotes inter/intra teamwork, works efficiently, and demonstrates integrity.
• Consistently meets operational expectations related to attendance, punctuality, meeting attendance, compliance with deadlines, staying current with posted and email communications, etc
• Demonstrates professional practice and self-development.