St. Louis Park Pediatrics - LPN/MA/EMT position

Position Summary :

Provides practical nursing care to patients in accordance with the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, recognized professional standards and PNHS policy.

Provides safe and effective nursing care by promoting a safe, therapeutic environment and by advocating for the best interests of individual patients.

Supports multiple areas within a clinic setting with strong interpersonal skill and flexibility while maintaining patient confidentiality and protecting patient rights.

Education / Experience :

Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.

One or more years of nursing experience is desirable (preferably in a related field of medicine).

Special Knowledge / Skills / Certifications / Licenses :

Strong clinical and interpersonal skills.

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing, and maintain standards of clinical skills and professional ethics as established by the Nurse Practice Act and PNHS.

Basic computer / keyboarding skills required.

Demonstrates knowledge of age related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and ensure safety of patients.

Must maintain a current state license of practical nursing and skill in performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

Additional Information :

This position is eligible for a sign on bonus.

Our Pediatric Clinic opportunity offers :

• Fast-paced and fun, team-focused dynamic
• Career development opportunities
• Convenient, suburban location (Hwy & Excelsior Blvd)
• Free, on-site parking
• Schedule : Hours vary between 8am-7pm Monday through Thursday, and 7am-5pm on Fridays. We are also open every 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 8am-12pm, so it is expected that this role work 1 Saturday shift every other month which would be factored in to your FTE.

Department Overview :

Our Pediatric department provides a range of services from well-child care to day of acute visits. We care for children with complex medical, psychosocial problems, and acute and chronic childhood illnesses.

They also provide developmental, behavioral, nutritional assessment and guidance, and parent education.

This role will provide professional family-centered care to infants, children, and adolescents as delegated by a provider or RN which may include the following duties :

• Escort patients to exam room and appropriately document information.
• Prepare and administer medications and injections as directed by a clinician.
• Perform and assist with procedures and treatments as directed by clinician, such as; administering hearing / vision tests, rapid strep testing, nebulizer treatments and urine catheterizations.
• Perform laboratory specimen collection and processing to ensure the accurate and appropriate performance of patient testing while maintaining patient dignity, comfort and confidentiality.
• Maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all relevant laws, regulations and policies, procedures and standards.

The Role :

Works within our busy pediatric clinic where we have 12 pediatricians who see on average patients each day.

Works alongside other LPN's, Medical assistants, Triage RN's, and Reception staff to provide quality patient experience.

Provides quality care to patients in accordance with the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, recognized professional standards and Park Nicollet Health Services policy.

Provides safe and effective nursing care by promoting a safe, therapeutic environment and by advocating for the best interests of individual patients.

Supports multiple areas within a clinic setting with strong interpersonal skill and flexibility while maintaining patient confidentiality and protecting patient rights.

Education / Experience :

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) : Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing. Must maintain a current state license of practical nursing.

One or more years of nursing experience is desirable (preferably in a related field of medicine).

Medical Assistant (MA) : Graduate from a Medical Assisting Program accredited by "The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

One or more years of experience desirable (preferably in a related field of medicine).

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) : High school diploma or GED and current BLS Certification for Health Professionals through the American Heart Association or Red Cross required and maintained.

On-line BLS certification is not acceptable.

• Must meet one of the following :
• Graduate of an accredited pharmacy technician program or currently registered as a pharmacy technician with one or more years pharmacy technician experience OR
• Graduate of an accredited EMT program and current EMT license.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

We are committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. A culture where every person feels welcome, included, and valued.

It’s an important part of our Head + Heart, Together culture, and critical to our success.

The Organization

At Park Nicollet you're part of something bigger. We're a member of the HealthPartners organization, an award-winning integrated health care system comprised of several organizations.

HealthPartners includes a team of 21, people dedicated to making a difference for our members, patients and the community.

Whether you want to work in direct patient care, or support those who do, you will find a vast variety of job opportunities.

Here, your contributions help to improve lives and impact health care for the better. If you want to make a difference, we want you on our team.

Park Nicollet Mission, Vision and Values

Mission : Our mission is to improve health and well-being in partnership with our members, patients and community.

Vision : Health as it could be, affordability as it must be, through relationships built on trust.

Values :

• Excellence We strive for the best results and always look for ways to improve.
• Compassion We care and show empathy and respect for each person.
• Partnership We are strongest when we work together and with those we serve.
• Integrity We are open and honest, and we keep our commitments.

What makes us unique?

At Park Nicollet, we never forget why we're here. Your health and well-being is our top priority and is at the forefront of everything we do.

We believe outstanding health care is delivered when we merge the science and intellect of medicine with the compassion, spirit and humanity of our hearts.

We refer to this as "Head + Heart, Together," and it exists to inspire constant improvement and lasting success. We achieve this by partnering with patients and families in everything from care decisions to service and facility design.

As we work together as a unified team, we engage patients, families and the community, and put them at the center of everything we do.