LPN: Tuition/Loan Forgiveness & Patient Care Leader

Independence Health System Careers; Youngwood (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in a busy physician practice setting in Pennsylvania. You will collect health data, administer medications, and support education for patients and families under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include documentation, coordination with providers, and adherence to infection control and regulatory standards. Travel between System locations may be required; shift rotation is possible.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Responsibilities

• Delivers direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the LPN Practice Act and hospital policies.
• Collects patient health data, including vital signs and pain assessment, addressing physical and psychosocial needs.
• Completes patient care treatments and testing as ordered by the physician.
• Administers medications/immunizations using appropriate routes and techniques.
• Maintains accurate documentation and patient education as directed.
• Assists in the education of patients and families and coordinates care with physicians and other providers.

Skills

LPN leadership

Communication skills

Independent thinking

Education

Practical Nursing diploma

Job description

Independence Health System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in a busy physician practice setting in Pennsylvania. You will collect health data, administer medications, and support education for patients and families under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include documentation, coordination with providers, and adherence to infection control and regulatory standards. Travel between System locations may be required; shift rotation is possible.