Outpatient LPN - Women's Health - McMurray - Full Time

Highmark Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide general nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. You will assist with treatment, prepare equipment, collect and document patient data, and coordinate diagnostic procedures as needed.

The role requires an LPN license (or eNLC licensure), a state-approved IV course, and relevant clinical experience. Compliance with HIPAA and privacy policies is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or GED.
• Current LPN license or multistate licensure via eNLC.
• State-approved IV course certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide general nursing care per standards.
• Assist with equipment prep and physician/provider during treatment.
• Document patient information and order/interpret tests as directed.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Medical documentation

Education

Licensed practical nurse (LPN) license

Multistate licensure via eNLC

State-approved IV course

Tools

OASIS documentation

Job description

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job provides quality care to patients and families to promote health and prevent disease under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs general nursing care in accordance with nursing practice standards. Assists with the preparation of equipment and assists the physician/clinical provider during treatment, examination and testing of patients. Collects assessment data, prepares patient for examination and documents clinical information on patient record. Orders diagnostic tests as directed by registered nurse or physician/clinical provider and gathers diagnostic tests and/or examines results prior to physician/clinical provider assessment. Schedules procedures and obtains authorizations as necessary. May give injections or medication, collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, and prepare them for testing. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum High school diploma/ GED or equivalent. Current state licensure as an LPN OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) Preferred 1 year healthcare experience. State approved IV course certification. Knowledge of OASIS documentation and assessment process. PALS or ACLS may be required based on the specific area of practice.

ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

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