Outpatient LPN - Patient Care & Clinic Support

United Hospital Center; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UHC United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV, is seeking an LPN to provide nursing support to physicians and direct patient care in an outpatient setting. You will screen patients, administer medications as ordered, and work closely with physicians and the nurse team.

This role requires current LPN licensure, eligibility for multi-state licensure via eNLC, and Basic Life Support 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 the eNLC.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

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 Providers or RN to seek guidance in care delivery.
• Obtains instruction from Providers or RN when implementing nursing techniques.
• Performs designated therapeutic procedures as needed.
• Observes, records and reports patient concerns and progress to the physician.
• Assists Providers and RN with examinations and procedures.
• Utilizes supplies cost-effectively to contain patient costs.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Participates in problem solving and staffing to meet patient needs.
• Collects medical information, records vital signs, and screens chief complaints for the chart.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient screening

Vital signs

Medical collaboration

Education

LPN license (state) or multi-state via eNLC

Job description

UHC United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV, is seeking an LPN to provide nursing support to physicians and direct patient care in an outpatient setting. You will screen patients, administer medications as ordered, and work closely with physicians and the nurse team.

This role requires current LPN licensure, eligibility for multi-state licensure via eNLC, and Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.