LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics Allergy - Part-Time

Geisinger; Forty Fort (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide primary clinical support to the provider, patient, and family. The LPN will assist in diagnosis, treatment, and ensure continuity and quality of care across age groups within the clinical area.

The position is 20 hours weekly with varied shifts. New and experienced LPNs are welcome, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required).
• LPN licensure required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and documents patient medical history, vital signs, and prepares patient for examinations.
• Provides direct clinical care as directed by provider.
• Assists provider in minor surgical diagnostic procedures and ancillary diagnostic examinations.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork.
• Administers medications and vaccines under the direction of a provider and scope of practice.
• Cleans and sets up examination rooms between cases and ensures asepsis.

Skills

Clinical care

Patient communication

Vaccinations

Vital signs

Laboratory procedures

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing

LPN licensure

Job description

Job Summary

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.

Job Details

This role is 20 hours weekly; shifts will be 7:30 a‑m–4:00 p‑m, 8:00 a‑m–4:30 p‑m, and 8:30 a‑m–5:00 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.

Position Details

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.

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Nursing (Required)

Experience

Minimum of 1 year‑Nursing (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Licensed Practical Nurse - Default Issuing Body

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or protected veteran status.