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Temporary Licensed Practical Nurse
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Position Number: 5523694
Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Health and Medical Services

Temporary Licensed Practical Nurse

About the Opportunity

JOB SUMMARY:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the Supervision of the Nursing Supervisor and/or the Medical Director to provide services for both preventative health and urgent health care needs for students at Northeastern University presenting to University Health and Counseling Services (UHCS). This is a full-time, 5 day a week, 40 hours a week position. Hours may include 12-4p on Saturdays and one weekday evening (except for July and August).

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Preparing patients for clinical visits and check in process, point of care testing, scheduling follow-up care for patients.
Providing patient instruction and education as directed by clinical staff.
Aiding in scheduling follow-up visits for students after clinic visits, hospital or specialist visits.
Assisting with medication administration in clinic/ vaccinations/therapeutic injections and related duties
Assisting in facility preparation and maintenance.
Providing education and support for students regarding self-care and navigation of health systems.
Providing clinical support and guidance to Medical Assistants.
Supporting implementation of defined quality assurance standards
Assisting with management of medical and pharmaceutical supply monitoring.
Participating in team meetings, peer and qualitative reviews as assigned, staff development programs as assigned and maintaining professional licenses and certifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Current LPN in Nursing
Minimum of 2 years nursing experience in ambulatory setting.
Current Basic Life Support Certification
Current, unrestricted, Massachusetts LPN license for practice through Massachusetts Board of Nursing
Experience in computer systems required including web based and Microsoft office applications.

Position Type

Temporary

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.

To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Temporary-Licensed-Practical-Nurse_R127308-1