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Southcoast Health

Not-for-profit health system delivering integrated care

Licensed Practical Nurse - Float Pool

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 5
Full-timeDartmouth, MA, USA$28.66 - $44.60 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing or equivalent is required.
  • Current LPN licensure in Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island is required.
  • Basic Life Support certification is required.
  • Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or qualify for a medical or personal exemption by signing the required statement after hiring.

Responsibilities

  • Perform direct patient-care duties, including medication administration, patient and family teaching, rooming, and procedures within the scope of practical nursing and organizational policies and procedures.
  • Facilitate efficient patient flow through the clinic or medical office.
  • Communicate with patients by telephone when needed, including communicating test results, surgery schedules, and procedures and providing appropriate counsel and follow-up under a designated supervisor's direction.
  • Use an electronic health record and related software to update or access patient information as appropriate.
  • Provide care appropriate to the age groups of patients regularly served.
  • Travel to SPG Primary Care sites with staffing shortages to ensure safe and appropriate patient care.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience working with an electronic health record is highly desirable.
  • Six months or more of experience in a related setting is preferred.

About the Company

Southcoast Health

Not-for-profit health system delivering integrated care

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Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
New Bedford, MA
Founded
1996

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