Licensed Practical Nurse, OP Manchester Family Practice

UPMC; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its busy Family Practice Office in Manchester. This full-time position offers a day shift schedule with no weekends or holidays, allowing for a balanced work-life environment. The role involves providing essential nursing care, administering medications, and assisting physicians in various procedures. If you are passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference in a supportive team, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse with appropriate certification.
• Experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients under supervision.
• Administer medications and assist with examinations and treatments.
• Document all patient interactions and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Patient Care

Blood Drawing

Medication Administration

Vital Signs Assessment

Confidentiality Maintenance

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Certification

Job description

UPMC is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our busy Family Practice Office in Manchester! This is a full time, day shift position with NO weekends and NO holidays required!

Purpose:
Provides professional nursing care to office patients under supervision of patient care providers.

Responsibilities:

• Draw blood.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
• Administer medications including oral, SQ, IM and IV drip.
• Assist physicians with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
• Assess patient's general condition and take vital signs and weight.
• Comply with all policies and procedures.
• Perform IV therapy under direction of Registered Nurse.
• Document all activities/interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed/prescribed, etc., in the medical record.
• Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
• Promote wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician advice/instructions.