Job Description

One World Pediatrics is a dedicated healthcare facility specializing in providing comprehensive medical care to children from infancy through adolescence. Located in Longwood, Florida, the clinic is committed to ensuring the well-being, growth, and development of its young patients in a nurturing and family-friendly environment.

The team at One World Pediatrics consists of experienced pediatricians, nurse practitioners, medical assistants, and support staff, all working collaboratively to deliver personalized and compassionate care. Services offered include routine check-ups, immunizations, treatment for acute and chronic illnesses, and developmental screenings. The clinic emphasizes a holistic approach, focusing on preventive care and promoting healthy lifestyles for children.

Job Summary:

As a Lead Pediatric Nurse or Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in assisting healthcare professionals in providing high-quality patient care. You will perform a variety of clinical and administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations in a pediatric practice. Your primary responsibilities will be as following -

Clinical Duties:

• Prepare patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments.
  
• Take and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight.
  
• Intake patients in Athenahealth - reconcile medications, allergies, history and vaccinations etc.
  
• Review Scoring Sheets for ADHD, depression etc and enter scores in EHR.
  
• Collect and process patient samples for routine office testing and document results in EHR.
  
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and glucose testing.
  
• Administer medications and injections as directed by MD or Nurse Practitioners.
  
• Assist with minor surgical procedures and wound care.
  
• Autoclave instruments after minor procedures
  
• Conduct EKGs, hearing and vision testing.
  
• Provide patient education and instructions on medication usage and preventive care.
  
• Maintain and clean medical equipment and examination rooms.
  
• Triage sick patients or walk-ins and alert MD or Nurse practitioners if they need immediate medical attention.
  

Administrative Duties:

• Monitoring wait times and taking charge in assigning intake, office testing and injections etc to other Medical Assistants working during the shift to optimize workflow and improve patient satisfaction.
  
• Review and Prepare Charts for the next few days, for example updating vaccines, reconciling history from patient portal etc.
  
• Review and / or record temperature logs on FL Shots according to practice policy.
  
• Review VFC and Private Vaccine inventory weekly and alert administration, if low.
  
• Provide school and shot record forms to parents at the end of visit. 
  
• Handle phone calls, inquiries, and requests from patients and other healthcare professionals.
  
• Notify admin assistant or practice manager of inventory of medical supply needs.
  
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure smooth workflow and effective patient care.
  
• Request patient reviews if the patient was very satisfied with staff or provider.

Requirements

• Must hold a current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license.
  
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in pediatric nursing, including clinical assessments, administering medications, and providing direct care to infants, children, and adolescents.
  
• Familiarity with common pediatric conditions, treatments, immunizations, and developmental milestones.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and the healthcare team in both verbal and written formats.
  
• Proficient in using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems for documenting patient care and following up on medical records.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with pediatricians, nurse practitioners, medical assistants, and other healthcare staff to provide high-quality patient care.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills with a nurturing and patient-centered approach to care for young patients.
  
• Attention to Detail: Accurate documentation, medication administration, and ability to monitor and report changes in patient conditions.
  
• Previous experience in a pediatric clinic or hospital setting.
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary
  
• Training and professional development opportunities
  
• 401(k) Retirement plan
  
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• 401(k) retirement contributions

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