Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse

Healthcare for Kids Inc. provides services for medically complex children. We promote and deliver the highest quality skilled nursing and developmental therapies to children in the communities we serve.

Why will you LOVE working for us….

We provide an environment where you are encouraged to grow and advance professionally while maintaining a healthy work/life balance You are our biggest asset, and we believe in rewarding and recognizing the work you perform by promoting from within.

Summary of Position:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing competent, quality, skilled nursing services in accordance with the child's physician Plan of Care and ongoing physician orders. All care is delivered in compliance with the state specific Licensed Practical Nurse Practice Act and HealthCare for Kids company Policies and Procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse communicates collaboratively and effectively with other healthcare professionals and the child and child's family.

Education, Skills, and Experience Requirements:

• Appropriate level of entry degree to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the State of Pennsylvania
• Maintain CPR and First Aid certification, and annual TB screening.
• A current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Pennsylvania. Two (2) years' experience in pediatric extended care or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with the kids, physically and mentally disabled is preferred.
• Knowledge of PPEC operations is preferred.
• Communicates and works as a team member.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check, TB test, and CPR/First Aid certified.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Environment: Work is performed primarily in a PPEC setting with extensive patient contact. Due to the nature of the work, the LPN may be exposed to bodily fluids and odors on an occasional basis.
• Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work with a patient; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (up to 30 lbs.); and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
• Vision: Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing: Hear in a normal audio range, with or without correction.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Healthcare for Kids is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Job Types: Full-time, PRN

Pay: $ $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person