LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - General Pediatrics

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Three medical plan choices

Pre-tax savings plans (FSA/HSA)

Company-paid life/disability insurance

401(k) with Geisinger contributions

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

Wellness program (MyHealth Rewards)

Family-friendly support and EAP

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Geisinger in Pennsylvania is seeking an LPN to provide primary clinical support to providers, patients, and families. The role includes collecting vitals, documenting medical history, and assisting with minor procedures and vaccinations. Sign-on bonus of $5,000 is available for eligible candidates.

The position is full-time with 40 hours per week and shifts from 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., or 11:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m., with a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LPN license and be eligible to practice in Pennsylvania.
• Ability to obtain and document patient history, vitals, and basic data for providers.
• Ability to assist with minor procedures and administer vaccines under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient history, vital signs, and prepare patients for examinations.
• Provide direct clinical care as directed by the provider.
• Assist with minor procedures and diagnostic exams as directed.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and paperwork.
• Administer medications and vaccines within scope of practice.
• Maintain clean, sterile treatment rooms between cases.

Skills

Clinical care

Vital signs

Patient history documentation

Laboratory specimen collection

Education

LPN license

Job description

The Clinic LPN provides primary clinical support to the provider, patient and their family to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient's condition. Follows up on diagnostic testing to ensure completion, accuracy, and filing of same in medical record to ensure continuity and quality of care. Promotes a clean environment. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in specific age range on their assigned clinical area.

This position is 40 hours weekly; hours will be 7:30 a.m. -4:00 p.m., 8:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m., and11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

New and experienced LPNs are welcome! $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible LPN candidates.

Benefits at Geisinger:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options
• Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA)
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous PTO that accrues quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
• Family-friendly support: adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more
• Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more

Job Duties:

• Obtains and documents patient medical history, chief complaint, vital signs, and provides basic medical data base for provider, and prepares patient for examinations.
• Provides direct clinical care as directed by provider.
• Assists provider in performance of minor surgical diagnostic procedures and ancillary diagnostic examinations as directed by provider to facilitate accurate diagnosis.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and complete associated paperwork to expedite laboratory studies with maximum accuracy and efficiency.
• Executes and documents ongoing patient communication, as directed by provider, prioritizes communication to the provider, responds to patient questions and requests to ensure efficient use of provider time and timely response to patients needs Administers medications and vaccines including intradermal and skin testing under the direction of a provider and per scope of practice.
• Cleans and sets up examination and treatment rooms between cases, ensures required levels of asepsis, availability of appropriate instruments and equipment, and preparation of patient.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.