What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse, Outpatient (Part-time Shadyside) position at UPMC?
We are seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to support our patients and clinical team at 580 South Aiken Avenue – Shadyside Place Building in Pittsburgh, PA. This part‑time role offers three 8‑hour shifts per week, scheduled between Monday and Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with the specific days varying according to weekly business needs.
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