LPN - Practical Nurse - Gastroenterology

Live Well Homecare; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare in Danville, PA is seeking a nurse who has completed a nursing specialty training program to support outpatient clinical care under provider supervision.

The role includes documenting histories, vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and delivering direct care within a patient-centered ambulatory environment.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a nursing specialty training program.
• Ability to care for patients across defined age ranges.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable in a clinical setting and able to follow policies.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document medical histories, chief complaints, and vital signs.
• Assist in minor surgical procedures and diagnostic examinations.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens with accuracy.
• Administer medications and vaccines, including skin testing.
• Maintain aseptic conditions and prepare examination rooms between patients.
• Communicate patient information effectively to providers and respond to patient inquiries.

Education

Nursing Specialty Training Graduate

Job description

Role Overview

This position supports primary clinical care in outpatient settings, assisting providers, patients, and families with diagnosis and treatment. The role involves documenting patient history, vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and providing direct care under provider supervision.

Role Overview

This position supports primary clinical care in outpatient settings, assisting providers, patients, and families with diagnosis and treatment. The role involves documenting patient history, vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and providing direct care under provider supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain and document medical histories, chief complaints, and vital signs.
• Assist in minor surgical procedures and diagnostic examinations.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens with accuracy.
• Administer medications and vaccines, including skin testing.
• Maintain aseptic conditions and prepare examination rooms between patients.
• Communicate patient information effectively to providers and respond to patient inquiries.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (required).
• Ability to provide care for patients within specific age ranges.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a clinical environment and following organizational policies.

Benefits & Environment

Full-time role offering comprehensive benefits from day one, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs. The position is based in a supportive, patient-centered ambulatory environment, emphasizing safety, excellence, and continuous learning.