Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Summary :

The 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).

Primary tasks include :

Preparing patients for clinical visits and check in process, point of care testing.

Provides patient instruction and education as directed by clinical staff.

Aids 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 which may include completing tasks such as EKG’s, ear lavage etc.

Assisting in facility preparation, stocking and ordering supplies and maintenance .

Assisting in developing educational materials for colleagues

This is a full-time, 5 day a week, 40 hours a week position. Hours may include 10-2 or 12-4 p on Saturdays (except for June, July and August) and one weekday evening.

Additional tasks include :

Provides education and support for students regarding self-care and navigation of health systems.

Provides clinical support and guidance to Medical Assistants, other LPN’s and RN’s.

Supports implementation of defined quality assurance standards. Assists with management of medical and pharmaceutical supply monitoring.

Professional Development : Participates in team meetings, peer and qualitative reviews as assigned, staff development programs as assigned and maintains professional licenses and certifications

Required Qualifications :

Current, unrestricted, Massachusetts LPN license required.

Current Basic Life Support

Minimum of 2 years nursing experience in ambulatory setting

Demonstrated ability to perform safely while engaged in sequential and simultaneous responsibilities in a busy outpatient clinical setting.

Strong written and verbal communication

Experience in computer systems required including web based and Microsoft office applications.

Preferred Qualifications :

Demonstrated success in working inclusively and collaboratively in a college health setting with domestic and international students

Previous experience in a fast-paced student facing environment preferred.

Strong knowledge of Massachusetts Immunization Compliance preferred.