Practice Nurse LPN/RN Parkesburg Urgent (Full Time/Days)

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Parkesburg (Chester County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Practice Nurse LPN/RN for their urgent care facility. This full-time role involves providing exceptional patient care across all age groups, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes. The position offers a sign-on bonus and emphasizes professional growth through comprehensive benefits, including tuition assistance. Join a team committed to advancing healthcare and improving lives, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact every day.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Tuition Assistance

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Completion of an LPN or RN educational program is required.
• Current licensure as an RN or LPN issued by the PA State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical advice and patient education based on clinical judgments.
• Administers medications and assists with procedures and exams.
• Coordinates care among specialists and manages transitions of care.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Judgments

Medication Administration

Patient Education

Triage Protocols

Education

LPN or RN Educational Program

AHA CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Practice Nurse LPN/RN Parkesburg Urgent (Full Time/Days)

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

LOCATION: Parkesburg, PA

HOURS: Full Time (36 hours per week). Three 12-hour shifts. Every third weekend, and rotating holidays (closed on Christmas Day). Must be willing to travel between other urgent care sites as needed.

SIGN ON BONUS: Up to $2,500, prorated based on FTE. 2-year commitment. External applicants only.

POSITION SUMMARY: To provide nursing services to patients at a provider’s office, including care for pediatric (infant to 12 years), adolescent (13 to 17 years), adult (18 to 64 years), and geriatric (over 64 years) patients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides clinical advice by phone/electronic correspondence based on clinical judgments and triage protocols in accordance with regulatory requirements and standards of practice. Consults with provider as necessary.
• Provides patient-specific education including preventive care, chronic disease management, acute diagnosis, medications, and other areas pertinent to patient outcomes.
• Prepares patients for visits using appropriate rooming standards.
• Administers injections and medications as prescribed by the provider and in accordance with department protocol, regulatory requirements, and standards of practice.
• Prepares and assists providers with procedures, minor surgeries, and exams.
• Performs Point of Care Testing, including hearing, flu, urine, and strep tests.
• Collects blood or other laboratory specimens and prepares them for testing.
• Authorizes prescription refills as instructed by the provider.
• Assists with test tracking and monitoring overdue results.
• Removes sutures and changes dressings on wounds as necessary.
• Ensures exam rooms are supplied and cleaned after each visit; maintains and cleans medical instruments and equipment.
• Assists providers and patients in reviewing and revising care plans; follows up with patients between visits.
• Performs proactive outreach for preventive and chronic disease services.
• Coordinates care among specialists and manages transitions of care.
• Assists in referrals, education, and community resource coordination.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and quality of care.
• Participates in daily provider huddles.
• Acts as a patient experience advocate, maintaining professional communication and customer service.
• Handles patient information confidentially per privacy policies.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

• Performs front office responsibilities as needed.
• May require regional travel; valid driver’s license required.
• Participates in on-call responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of an LPN or RN educational program.
• Current licensure as an RN or LPN issued by the PA State Board of Nursing.
• AHA CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to travel regionally to multiple sites.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 years of nursing experience in a primary or specialty care setting.
• Experience in triage, emergency room, cardiac care, ICU, or related specialties.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our benefits help employees stay healthy and engaged. We offer comprehensive compensation, including tuition assistance. Penn Medicine employees are committed to our mission to advance healthcare and improve lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.