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Southcoast Health

Not-for-profit health system delivering integrated care

LPN Float Pool

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 5
Full-timePortsmouth, RI, USA

About the Job

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

  • Perform direct patient-care duties, including medication administration, patient and family teaching, rooming, and procedures, in accordance with organizational policies and procedures and within the scope of practical nursing.
  • Facilitate efficient patient flow through the clinic or medical office.
  • Communicate with patients by telephone as needed, including sharing test results, surgery schedules, and procedure information, and provide appropriate counsel and follow-up under a designated supervisor's direction.
  • Use an Electronic Health Record and other related software to update or access patient information as appropriate.
  • Provide care appropriate to the age group of patients regularly served.
  • Travel to SPG Primary Care sites where there may be a staffing shortage, ensuring patient care is delivered safely and appropriately.

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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