What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN LEAD - GLPP Family Practice position at UPMC?
Great Lakes Physicians Practice (GLPP) in Western New York is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at our Jamestown Family Practice office.
The Lead LPN is responsible for providing professional nursing care to office patients under supervision of patient care providers. They will also train staff, coordinate work requirements, and provide input to employment decisions.
This full-time opportunity offers a Monday through Friday work schedule, with no weekend or holiday shifts.
Our ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of LPN experience.
Why GLPP?
- Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends or holidays.
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Potential for career growth within the GLPP network.
If you are a dedicated LPN looking for a fulfilling role in a dynamic healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply today!
- Train and mentors LPNs and MAs. Ensure proper staffing of the clinic at all times. Assign physicians to exam rooms/pods on a daily basis. Assign clinic staff to support the physicians and physician extenders on a daily basis. Order all clinical supplies. Represent the concerns/issues of the clinic flow staff. Work with the clinical manager on resolution of clinic issues. Provide input for LPN/MA performance review and conducts review in conjunction with the clinical coordinator. Provide input for hiring decisions.
- Assess patient's general condition and takes vital signs and weight. Assist physicians with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments. Administer medications including oral, SQ, IM under the direction of an RN. Phlebotomy and endocrine testing as ordered. Document all activities/interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed and prescribed, etc., in the medical record. Promote wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician advice/instructions. Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).Maintain Strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
Salary : $19 - $31