Entry-Level Licensed Practical Nurse- Mobile Pediatric Healthcare

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The Children’s Clinic of Fredericksburg is expanding our Mobile Pediatric Urgent Care team — and we’re looking for a compassionate, skilled EMT to deliver care directly to families in their homes.

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and dependable Entry-Level Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our mobile pediatric healthcare team.

In this role, the LPN will work alongside a supervising healthcare provider to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care to children and families in residential settings. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about pediatric healthcare, comfortable working in a mobile environment, and committed to creating a positive experience for patients and caregivers.

New LPN graduates are encouraged to apply! Training and guidance will be provided to help qualified candidates develop confidence and clinical skills in a mobile healthcare setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care and Clinical Support

• Prepare the mobile healthcare unit for daily patient visits, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are available.
  
  
• Obtain, monitor, and accurately document patient vital signs, medical histories, and relevant health information.
  
  
• Perform initial patient intake assessments within the LPN's authorized scope of practice and training.
  
  
• Assist the supervising healthcare provider with physical examinations, treatments, and minor medical procedures.
  
  
• Perform point-of-care testing, including rapid strep, influenza, COVID-19, and other approved diagnostic tests, following established protocols.
  
  
• Assist with medication preparation and administration as ordered and permitted by applicable nursing regulations and organizational policies.
  
  
• Provide basic patient and caregiver education under the direction of the supervising healthcare provider.
  
  
• Observe patient conditions and promptly communicate changes or concerns to the supervising provider.
  
  

Mobile Unit Operations and Safety

• Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and readiness of the mobile healthcare unit.
  
  
• Follow established infection prevention and control procedures, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  
  
• Restock medical supplies and ensure equipment is clean, functional, and ready for use.
  
  
• Follow proper procedures for handling and disposing of sharps, biohazardous materials, and medical waste.
  
  
• Identify and immediately report safety hazards, equipment concerns, and other potential risks.
  
  
• Support efficient daily operations and patient visit preparation.
  
  

Documentation and Compliance

• Accurately document patient encounters, vital signs, testing, treatments, and other clinical information in the electronic health record (EHR).
  
  
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
  
  
• Follow applicable nursing standards, clinical protocols, and workplace safety requirements.
  
  
• Maintain professional boundaries and safeguard confidential information while providing care in patients' homes.
  
  

Patient Experience and Team Collaboration

• Deliver compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive care to pediatric patients and their families.
  
  
• Help create a calm, welcoming, and supportive environment for children and caregivers.
  
  
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor in residential and community settings.
  
  
• Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, supervising providers, and other healthcare team members.
  
  
• Collaborate with the mobile healthcare team to support safe and efficient patient visits.
  
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned, consistent with licensure, training, and scope of practice.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
  
  
• Current, active LPN license in VA or eligibility to practice under an applicable Nurse Licensure Compact privilege.
  
  
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain certification before beginning clinical duties.
  
  
• Basic understanding of nursing principles, patient safety, and infection prevention.
  
  
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  
  
• Ability to follow clinical instructions, work collaboratively, and recognize when concerns require escalation.
  
  
• Ability to work in a mobile healthcare environment and travel to patient residences.
  
  
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn electronic health record systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical rotation, volunteer, or work experience involving pediatric patients.
  
  
• Familiarity with point-of-care testing and specimen collection.
  
  
• Experience using electronic health records.
  
  
• Interest in community health, home-based care, or mobile medical services.
  
  
• Strong ability to communicate with children and families.
  
  

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in a mobile healthcare vehicle and patients' residential environments.
  
  
• Must be comfortable traveling between patient locations throughout the assigned service area.
  
  
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform routine nursing activities throughout the workday.
  
  
• Ability to lift and move medical supplies and equipment within established safety guidelines.
  
  
• Potential exposure to infectious illnesses, bodily fluids, and other routine healthcare-related hazards.
  
  
• Must follow all applicable infection control and occupational safety procedures.