Baltimore, MD, USA
1 day ago
Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Family:

Laboratory Technician (Digital)


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:
We are currently searching for a Licensed Practical Nurse. This role will provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the National Institute on Aging. The primary objective is to provide services and deliverable through performance of support services. This is a full-time opportunity located in Baltimore, MD.

Assist patients and research participants with activities of daily living as needed.

Clean and sanitize patient environments and prepare patients for testing and medical procedures.

Assist research participants or other health care team members with prescribed interventions as directed by research or medical staff.

Provide patients clear documentation and directions for continuity of self-managed portions of treatment and follow on activities or testing per the research protocol and medical procedures.

Coordinate with researchers and staff to schedule specialized procedures and diagnostic exams.

Administer prescribed medications orally or intravenously to patients as directed by researcher or medical staff.

Assist researchers and medical staff test equipment to ensure proper working order and coordinate maintenance as necessary.

Participates in the development of diagnostic interviews with the principal investigator.

Administers diagnostic interviews and prepares summaries in support of research protocols.

Administers clinical interviews either in person or by telephone using clinician-developed research rating scales.

Prepares patients for examinations and assists staff with specialized procedures and diagnostic exams.

Work with researchers and medical staff on transport of patients, specimens, equipment, and supplies, generating numeric tracking labels for samples prior to submission.

Perform basic procedures, such as collecting and processing specimens, performing venipuncture, obtaining EKGs, performing IV insertion, and checking vital signs.

Observe and ensure the safety of human subjects while procedures are being performed and bring all patient concerns and issues to researchers or medical staff.

Reinforce policies and procedures to research participants as directed by researchers or medical staff to ensure procedural effectiveness.

Perform basic procedures; collect and process specimens; perform venipuncture; obtain EKGs; perform IV insertion; check vital signs.

Conduct a variety of tests and procedures of a technical nature, including, but not limited to, Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA), bone density scans, Holter Monitor, electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG). Anthropometric Measurements, Hearing, Visual Acuity and 24-hour urine Collections and Measurements.

Receive Nursing report and give report to assigned RN upon end of shift and as needed throughout the day.

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What You Will Need:

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of ONE (1) year of experience in nursing or Associates Degree in Nursing and TWO (2) years of additional experience. 

Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate  

Proficient in Microsoft Office

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Previous experience with the National Institute of Health (NIH).

Strong Communication skills, both oral and written.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Care.com annual membership

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.


Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.


If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.


Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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