LPN - Physician Practice (Day, Full-Time)

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to join a physician practice in Pocono Creek. This full-time day shift position supports a care team, coordinates patient care, and handles administrative duties in a busy clinical setting.

Required are an LPN program diploma, PA licensure, BLS certification, and strong communication skills. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate data collection, and efficient workflow to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Technical School Diploma LPN Program.
• Ability to establish and maintain control of violent patients or dangerous situations.
• Basic computer skills, critical thinking, and ability to concentrate.
• Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Responsibilities

• Assists provider by collecting patient history and reason for visit.
• Completes observation, physical exam, telephone triage, and analysis of diagnostic data.
• Ensures that all ordered laboratory and diagnostic tests are tracked and logged and that the provider is presented with all test results.
• Provides education to patients, ensures education materials are current and appropriate, and evaluates the effectiveness of patient education.
• Assists patients with inquiries for prescription refills, appointment scheduling, and referral authorization.
• Assists providers during procedures and examinations and performs instrument and room clean-up.
• Coordinates internal and external appointments for new and established patients based on patients' medical needs, preferences, and the practice schedule.
• Intervenes to prevent, minimize, or correct any actual or potential patient risks based upon observation of physiological, behavioral, and environmental factors.
• Participates in telephone triage by obtaining clinically appropriate data and symptoms; advises and instructs patients according to established protocols and/or orders from the provider.

Skills

Critical thinking

Basic computer skills

Violent patient control

Nursing knowledge

Education

Technical School Diploma

LPN Program

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to join a physician practice in Pocono Creek. This full-time day shift position supports a care team, coordinates patient care, and handles administrative duties in a busy clinical setting.

Required are an LPN program diploma, PA licensure, BLS certification, and strong communication skills. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate data collection, and efficient workflow to improve outcomes.