Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatric Pulmonary & Cystic Fibrosis
Company: MaineHealth
Location: Portland
Posted on: September 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary
For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for
LPNs:
0-1 years of experience eligible for $5,000 (full time)
1-3 years of experience eligible for $7,500 (full time)
3+ years of experience eligible for $10,000 (full time)
Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part
time LPN position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per
diem hires are ineligible.
Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former
MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months
separation from employment.
Pediatric Pulmonary and Cystic Fibrosis is looking for an LPN to
join our team! The LPN will prepare our patients for their
appointments by obtaining vital signs and completing patient
screening tools.
This position is 8 hour days for 32 hours a week with some
flexibility on how that is distributed through the week. Get your
weekends, nights, and holidays back and join our team!
Position Summary
Then LPN provides basic quality nursing care to patients by
collaborating with the registered nurse (RN) medical assistant (MA)
and provider to collect data, plan, educate, implement and deliver
care safely, effectively and within the scope of their license as
defined by the State of Maine Nurse Practice Act and in accordance
with the Code of Ethics for Nurses.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: Diploma from an approved practical nursing program.
License/Certifications: Active State of Maine Nursing License or
eligible for licensure. Current BLS required.
Experience: Two years' LPN experience preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and
pathophysiology.
Familiarity with health care systems, regulations, policies and
functions.
Understanding of documentation standards.
Knowledge of infectious disease management and control safety
standards.
Skill in reading and following written and oral medical orders.
Skill in handling a number of tasks simultaneously.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug dosages.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with coworkers and diverse patient populations.
Proficient computer skills and knowledge of the electronic medical
record.
Additional Information
MaineHealth was ranked one of America's Best Large Employers in
2022 by Forbes!
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose
vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest
in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a
comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services,
home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working
together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately
22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care,
diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New
Hampshire. Learn more about our system at
At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's
needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages
include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave,
retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our
comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and
include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be
working with health care professionals that truly value the people
around them - both within the walls of the organization and the
neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the
well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in
fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate
caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will
be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new
level.
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