LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - General Surgery

Live Well Homecare; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Family support services

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in Danville, PA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide primary clinical support in outpatient settings, assisting providers with patient care, diagnostics, and treatment. The LPN will obtain patient histories, vital signs, and prepare patients for examinations, while supporting minor procedures and diagnostic tests.

The role involves collecting lab specimens, managing patient communications, and administering medications and vaccines under provider supervision, while

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing is required.
• New and experienced LPNs are encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication, organizational skills, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers and ensure accurate documentation.
• Follow up on diagnostic tests for accuracy and completion.
• Prepare patients for exams, assist in procedures, and handle laboratory specimens.
• Administer medications and vaccines per scope of practice.
• Maintain a sterile environment and prepare exam rooms.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety protocols

Education

Specialty Training Program in Nursing

Job description

Role Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides primary clinical support in outpatient settings, assisting providers with patient care, diagnostics, and treatment. They obtain patient histories, vital signs, and prepare patients for examinations, while supporting minor procedures and diagnostic tests. The LPN collects lab specimens, manages patient communications, and administers medications and vaccines under provider supervision. Maintaining a clean environment and ensuring proper equipment setup are also key responsibilities.

Role Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides primary clinical support in outpatient settings, assisting providers with patient care, diagnostics, and treatment. They obtain patient histories, vital signs, and prepare patients for examinations, while supporting minor procedures and diagnostic tests. The LPN collects lab specimens, manages patient communications, and administers medications and vaccines under provider supervision. Maintaining a clean environment and ensuring proper equipment setup are also key responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support diagnosis and treatment by assisting providers and ensuring accurate documentation.
• Follow up on diagnostic tests for accuracy and completion.
• Prepare patients for exams, assist in procedures, and handle laboratory specimens.
• Administer medications and vaccines per scope of practice.
• Maintain a sterile environment and prepare exam rooms.

Qualifications & Skills

Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing is required. New and experienced LPNs are encouraged to apply. Strong communication, organizational skills, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

Additional Details

This full-time role involves working in a clinical environment, following organization policies. Benefits include health coverage, retirement plans, PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and family support services. The position emphasizes compassionate, team-oriented care and supports professional growth.