LPN – Licensed Practical Nurse – Orthopedics

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work in outpatient clinics, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive ambulatory environment.

The role involves assisting providers, performing clinical tasks, collecting specimens, administering medications and vaccines, and maintaining sterile, efficient examination rooms while prioritizing patient safety and communication with the care team.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing.
• Ability to provide care for patients across specific age ranges.
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient history, vital signs, and prepare patients for examinations.
• Provide direct clinical care, support minor surgical procedures, and assist with diagnostic tests.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, ensure accurate documentation, and facilitate timely processing.
• Administer medications and vaccines, including skin testing, under provider direction.
• Maintain a clean environment, set up examination rooms, and ensure aseptic techniques.
• Communicate with patients and providers to prioritize needs and respond to patient inquiries.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Clinical skills

Education

Specialty Training Program in Nursing

Job description

Role: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in outpatient clinics, providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive ambulatory environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist providers by obtaining and documenting patient history, vital signs, and preparing patients for examinations.
• Provide direct clinical care, support minor surgical procedures, and assist with diagnostic tests.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, ensure accurate documentation, and facilitate timely processing.
• Administer medications and vaccines, including skin testing, under provider direction.
• Maintain a clean environment, set up examination rooms, and ensure aseptic techniques.
• Communicate with patients and providers to prioritize needs and respond to patient inquiries.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing.
• Ability to provide care for patients across specific age ranges.
• Strong communication, organizational, and clinical skills.

Key Duties: Supporting diagnosis and treatment, ensuring quality care, managing specimen collection, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.