LPN
Pediatrix Medical Group, Orlando, FL, United States
Under direct supervision of the physician, the rounding nurse will work with the physician in delivering care to the patients of the Pediatric Hospitalist Service. The rounding nurse will participate in patient-centered rounds, assist in the collection of patient information, assist the physician with communicating orders and plans of care to hospital staff members, patients, and their parents.
Responsibilities
Participate with physicians in making patient care rounds.
Assist in the collection of patient information for the physician to review, facilitating documentation and information flow (including lab results, pending tests or procedures, and outpatient follow-up).
May accompany the physician to the bedside and transcribe the physician’s narrative in progress notes; may transcribe verbal orders. Physicians must countersign the orders within 24 hours.
Answer pages regarding the group’s patients and relay information to the physician.
Communicate patient orders as directed by the physician to designated hospital employees.
Participate in patient teaching as instructed by the physician.
Assist parents in finding a PCP if they have not chosen one already.
Assist with procedures such as circumcision, lumbar puncture, digit ligation, frenotomy, or any other procedure the physician must perform.
Maintain ongoing communication between the nurse and physician.
Assist the physician with gathering data about new admissions. The physician will perform the physical exam.
Ensure that all patient documentation is in order and complete.
Collect information for billing and assist doctors with billing documentation.
Update parents as needed.
Complete clinical discharge summaries for patients and send to PCP office; call PCP office with any pertinent follow-up information.
Follow up on any outstanding laboratory or radiology results pending at discharge.
Qualifications
LPN state license required.
Must maintain CPR certification.
Experience
1+ years experience in pediatric nursing in an office environment preferred.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.
Skills and Abilities
Ability to function effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Compassion for patients and their families.
Quick decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work well as part of a healthcare team.
Benefits
We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well‑being. Benefits offered include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSAs, a 401(k) plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost; others require a cost‑share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions.
Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Responsibilities
Participate with physicians in making patient care rounds.
Assist in the collection of patient information for the physician to review, facilitating documentation and information flow (including lab results, pending tests or procedures, and outpatient follow-up).
May accompany the physician to the bedside and transcribe the physician’s narrative in progress notes; may transcribe verbal orders. Physicians must countersign the orders within 24 hours.
Answer pages regarding the group’s patients and relay information to the physician.
Communicate patient orders as directed by the physician to designated hospital employees.
Participate in patient teaching as instructed by the physician.
Assist parents in finding a PCP if they have not chosen one already.
Assist with procedures such as circumcision, lumbar puncture, digit ligation, frenotomy, or any other procedure the physician must perform.
Maintain ongoing communication between the nurse and physician.
Assist the physician with gathering data about new admissions. The physician will perform the physical exam.
Ensure that all patient documentation is in order and complete.
Collect information for billing and assist doctors with billing documentation.
Update parents as needed.
Complete clinical discharge summaries for patients and send to PCP office; call PCP office with any pertinent follow-up information.
Follow up on any outstanding laboratory or radiology results pending at discharge.
Qualifications
LPN state license required.
Must maintain CPR certification.
Experience
1+ years experience in pediatric nursing in an office environment preferred.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.
Skills and Abilities
Ability to function effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Compassion for patients and their families.
Quick decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work well as part of a healthcare team.
Benefits
We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well‑being. Benefits offered include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSAs, a 401(k) plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost; others require a cost‑share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions.
Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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