LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics Urgent Care

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Clinical Assistant to support providers in documenting patient information and providing direct care. The role entails assisting with minor procedures, managing laboratory specimens, and maintaining clinical environments. Full benefits start immediately, including competitive compensation, PTO, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one

401(k) plan with contributions

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary benefits including critical illness insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic patient care practices.
• Ability to assist in minor surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and documents patient medical history and vital signs.
• Assists provider in surgical and diagnostic procedures.
• Manages patient communication and prepares clinical environment.

Skills

Patient communication

Clinical care

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certification in Healthcare or similar

Job description

• 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.

Hours: 8 and 12 hour shifts rotating and every 3rd weekend; Hours will either be 8:30 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. or 12:30- 9:00 p.m. during the week and 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. on weekends.

Union: Yes

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Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members, but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) anda health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Robust PTO plan in addition to six paid holidays and 32 hours of personal time per year
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance