What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse, OP position at UPMC?
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
UPMC Specialty Care Gastroenterology Associates is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in York, PA. This position offers the opportunity to work independently within the Triage Department while also supporting clinical operations throughout a busy gastroenterology practice. The ideal candidate will enjoy a combination of patient interaction, clinical support, and care coordination in a collaborative outpatient setting.
Location:
UPMC Specialty Care Gastroenterology Associates
2690 Southfield Drive, Suite A
York, PA 17403
Schedule:
- Full-Time
- Monday through Friday
- 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- No evenings
- No weekends
- No holidays
Why Join Our Team?
- No evenings, weekends, or holidays
- Free on-site parking
- Work within a collaborative team consisting of 5 physicians and 7 advanced practice providers
- Independent workspace within the Triage Department
- Opportunity to support a growing specialty practice with 12 exam rooms and an in-office phlebotomy suite
Responsibilities:
- Draw blood.
- Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
- Administer medications including oral, SQ, IM and IV drip.
- Assist physicians with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
- Assess patient's general condition and take vital signs and weight.
- Comply with all policies and procedures.
- Perform IV therapy under direction of Registered Nurse.
- Document all activities/interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed/prescribed, etc., in the medical record.
- Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
- Promote wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician advice/instructions.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000