Job Description

Perdue AgriBusiness is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. An international agricultural products and services company, we handle agricultural commodities and have a diverse portfolio of products and businesses.

Summary

Under the supervision of the nursing supervisor, the Staff Nurse LPN will administer necessary medical care to associates and others as required or assigned within the scope of nursing practice. 

This position has a target wage of $20.30 - $31.20 per hour, based on shift, experience, and qualifications with an annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available.

In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Administers medical care for work or non-work-related injury or illness by giving first aid treatment, following appropriate Occupational Health Nursing Guidelines, algorithms, and medical directives, and referring cases to physicians or advanced practice nurses as needed.  The LPN may obtain health care history information and may perform specific assessments or screening activities, such as mental health status, suicidal risk, cognitive screening, substance use screening, oral health screening, growth, and developmental screening, or nutritional assessments, depending on the scope of license within the applicable state
• Assists with drug screens, wellness programs, and other tasks as assigned
• Complete electronic recordkeeping for associates, document interactions, and care. Data entry as appropriate.
• Support function of wellness center that is consistent with company policies, to include injury/illness medical treatment, clinic appointments (at Wellness Centers), ordering supplies, etc
• Assists staff with systems for the health improvement of associates at the facility

Minimum Education

• Successful completion of an approved practical nursing program or college program 

Experience Requirements

• 2 - 4 years related work experience
• Current LPN licenses in the state of Maryland 
• Current certification in CPR in good standing 
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Experience Preferred

• Phlebotomy skills
• Bilingual is a plus 

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings 
• May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another
• May need to access files, supplies, and equipment 

Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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