Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Pre-Call

United Surgical Partners International; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401k retirement plan

Paid holidays

Health savings accounts

Employee discount program

Job summary

Surgical Institute of Reading is hiring a full time Licensed Practical Nurse Pre-Call to organize and implement Pre Calls, ensuring timely flow of patient information to departments. You will support scheduling, medical records, and patient inquiries with professional demeanor.

The role emphasizes infection control, patient safety, and collaboration with DON and surgical staff to maintain smooth operative pathways.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred (LPN).
• Previous experience working in a hospital setting required.

Responsibilities

• Performs required clerical work relating to Pre Calls.
• Keeps medical record complete and in order and ensures all parts of the medical record are properly identified by patient label.
• Enters all pre call information accurately into the computer
• Enters patient medications into computer with accuracy
• Keeps unit supplied with all necessary stationary and other supplies at all times.
• Maintains economical utilization of supplies/equipment and orders supplies as necessary with cost awareness.
• Assists assembling charts when needed.
• Responds to patient and inquiries/comments, referring to appropriate personnel as indicated.
• Brings unusual patient information to the attention of DON, Supervisor and other staff as necessary.
• Maintains a professional demeanor when talking to patients.
• Provides pertinent information to the patient concerning their surgery according to policy and procedure.
• Communicates openly with the scheduling department.
• Will perform any other duties requested by supervisors.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Surgical Institute of Reading is hiring a full time Licensed Practical Nurse Pre-Call!

Welcome to Surgical Institute of Reading. At Surgical Institute of Reading, we believe health and care are inseparable. We focus on offering a high quality, service oriented environment for your surgical procedure. Our facility is accredited by The Joint Commission. SIR ranked in the top 100 hospitals for total joint replacement for five years and for spine surgery for the last two years. Our state-of-the-art facility has five operating rooms and one procedure room, allowing surgeons to perform procedures in the specialty areas of: Anesthesia, Gynecology, Orthopedic, Orthopedic Foot & Ankle, Pain Management, Plastic Surgery, Podiatry, General, and Spinal Surgery.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Essential Role in Patient Care – Your work directly impacts surgical success and patient safety.


• Supportive & Professional Team – Work alongside experienced professionals who value precision and teamwork.


• Commitment to Excellence – Maintain the highest standards of infection control, patient safety, and surgical efficiency.


• Growth & Development – Opportunities to expand your skills and advance in your career.

Licensed Practical Nurse Pre-Call at Surgical Institute of Reading

Under the supervision of the DON or Surgical Coordinator, organizes and implements Pre Calls in a timely and efficient manner to facilitate the flow of patient information to appropriate departments

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• The following description of the job responsibilities and performance expectations are intended to reflect the primary responsibilities of the job, but are not intended to describe all duties other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.


• Performs required clerical work relating to Pre Calls.


• Keeps medical record complete and in order and ensures all parts of the medical record are properly identified by patient label.


• Enters all pre call information accurately into the computer


• Enters patient medications into computer with accuracy


• Keeps unit supplied with all necessary stationary and other supplies at all times.


• Maintains economical utilization of supplies/equipment and orders supplies as necessary with cost awareness.


• Assists assembling charts when needed.


• Responds to patient and inquiries/comments, referring to appropriate personnel as indicated. Brings unusual patient information (i.e.; BMI, Medications, Requests etc.) to the attention of DON, Supervisor and other staff as necessary.


• Maintains a professional demeanor when talking to patients.


• Provides pertinent information to the patient concerning their surgery according to policy and procedure.


• Communicates openly with the scheduling department.


• Will perform any other duties requested by supervisors.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.


• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred (LPN)


• Previous experience working in a hospital setting required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance


• Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – Starting PTO accrual is 15 days per year.


• 401k retirement plan


• Paid holidays


• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts


• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program


• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

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