Outpatient Clinic LPN - Patient Care Specialist

WVU Medicine; Cheat Lake (WV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV seeks an LPN to provide direct outpatient nursing care and serve as primary medical contact to screen patients.

The role emphasizes using standards of care, administering IM, subcutaneous, and oral medications, and collaborating with Providers/RN to support patient visits in a fast-paced clinic.

Strong communication and attention to detail are essential, with required licensure and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state LPN license through eNLC.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care to patients in an outpatient medical office setting.
• Uses standards of care and standards of practice to guide care delivery.
• Administers intramuscular, subcutaneous, and oral medications as ordered.
• Consults with the Provider or RN to seek guidance in delivery of nursing care as necessary.
• Obtains instruction and supervision from the Provider or RN when implementing nursing technique.
• Performs designated therapeutic procedures to patients as needed.
• Observes, records and reports patient concerns, symptoms, reactions and progress to the Provider.
• Assists Providers and the RN with examinations and procedures.
• Utilizes supplies cost-effectively to help contain patient costs.
• Provide emotional support to patients and/or families.
• Participate in problem solving and staffing to meet patient needs.
• Obtain medical information from patients and record data in medical records.
• Escort patients and assist with scheduling to facilitate clinic visits.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license (LPN)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV seeks an LPN to provide direct outpatient nursing care and serve as primary medical contact to screen patients.

The role emphasizes using standards of care, administering IM, subcutaneous, and oral medications, and collaborating with Providers/RN to support patient visits in a fast-paced clinic.

Strong communication and attention to detail are essential, with required licensure and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.