Licensed Practical Nurse, OP (LPN) - Ear, Nose, & Throat

UPMC; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 sign-on bonus for 0-1 years of experience

$7,500 sign-on bonus for 1+ years of experience

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Williamsport, USA, is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their outpatient ENT office. The role involves providing nursing care, drawing blood, administering medications, and assisting physicians. Candidates must possess an LPN certification and ideally have experience in an outpatient setting. The position includes a generous sign-on bonus based on experience and a standard work schedule from Monday to Friday with no weekends or major holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have LPN certification and ability to work full-time.
• Experience with patient care in an outpatient setting preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA and health regulations is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to office patients.
• Draw blood and document patient interactions.
• Administer medications and assist physicians with examinations.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with health regulations.

Skills

Blood drawing

Medication administration

Vital signs assessment

Patient education

Education

LPN certification

Job description

We are currently hiring for an LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse for our outpatient Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) office. This is a full-time, dayshift, position Monday-Friday, as scheduled, between 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, No Weekends or Major Holidays.

Sign-on Bonus

• We are currently able to offer a generous sign-on bonus for this position! Regardless if you're a recent graduate just looking to launch your career, or an experienced LPN looking for something new, there has never been a better time to join UPMC!
  • $5,000.00 - 2yr Commitment | 0-1 Years of experience & recent graduates
  • $7,500.00 - 2yr Commitment | 1+ Years of experience

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.