The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible to implement the nursing process within Central Jersey Medical Center and the continuum of care. The nursing process is utilized to assess, diagnose, establish a plan with outcome criteria, intervene, evaluate, and document human responses to actual or potential health problems. This practice includes dependent, interdependent and independent functions.

Location: Newark School Based

Functional Duties and Responsibilities

• Assesses the physical and psycho-socio health status health status of individuals and families through the nursing interview.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates the Medical assistant regimen for assigned patients.
• Records, reports, and interpret client’s responses and collaborates with appropriate members of the health team.
• Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary committees which influence or determine policies affecting nursing practice.
• Maintains professional competence through participating in continuing education and other appropriate learning experiences.
• Assists the providers with diagnostic procedures and treatment regimens.
• Assistse in the maintenance of a Quality Assurance Program.
• Attends regularly scheduled meeting when assigned.
• The registered nurse will perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Nursing Director.
• In charge of the VFC program for IM in Perth Amboy and inventory of vaccines
• Train staff on proper infection control practices

Qualifications

Professional:

Licensed and currently registered to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the State of New Jersey license must be in good standing, and current CPR card. 

Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development.

Prior experience in a comprehensive, ambulatory care setting is preferred.

Bilingual in Spanish preferred. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer