(LPN) Occupational Health Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Washington, DC (Job ID req43679)

Description

General Summary of Position
Provides direct patient care under the general direction of Registered Nurse and/or Advanced Practice provider in Occupational Health. Performs a variety of clinical procedures for assigned clients (employees, employee candidates and contracted vendor employees). Administers medications per established hospital policy/departmental protocol/procedure.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or GED required and
• Completion of a formal Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program required

Experience

• 1-2 years Experience as a licensed practical nurse with previous experience in administering medications and phlebotomy required

Licenses and Certifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure Valid Practical Nurse license in the State of Maryland or DC required or
• LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse Valid Vocational Nurse license in the State of Maryland or DC required and
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good physical assessment skills, triage, and first aid skills.
• Good patient education skills.
• Strong communication skills and intermediate computer skills.

This position has a hiring range of $23.33 - $37.82