LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Anesthesia Pre-Surgery - Pre-Admission Testing; PAT

Position: LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Anesthesia Pre-Surgery - Pre-Admission Testing (PAT)

Job Summary Geisinger offers outpatient Clinic Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates. Geisinger has hundreds of community sites that allows LPNs to work to the top of their license while providing top-notch care in an ambulatory setting.
Job Duties

The Pre-Admission Testing LPN provides primary clinical support to the provider, patient and their family to assist in preparation for anesthetic care day of procedure/surgery. This work is a blend of patient contact methods; reviewing charts and either calling patients prior to surgery or sending a message through our electronic medical portal, as well as assisting the provider with in-clinic assessments.

The purpose of our clinic is to ensure patient have completed any required testing, such as chest x-rays, EKGs, bloodwork, etc. for their upcoming procedure requiring anesthesia and receive all the necessary preparation education as it relates to current medications and any fasting instructions. The clinic setting is an outpatient clinic setting with clinic hours falling Monday through Friday, no nights or weekends.

This is a 40 hour weekly position;
Monday through Friday; typical hours 8a - 430p (can be flexible within 7a - 530p timeframe).

Previous clinical LPN work experience is strongly preferred.

$5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible LPN candidates.

Job Duties:

• Obtains and documents patient medical history, chief complaint, vital signs, and provides basic medical data base for provider, and prepares patient for examinations.
• Provides direct clinical care as directed by provider.
• Assists provider in performance of minor surgical diagnostic procedures and ancillary diagnostic examinations as directed by provider to facilitate accurate diagnosis.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and complete associated paperwork to expedite laboratory studies with maximum accuracy and efficiency.
• Executes and documents ongoing patient communication, as directed by provider, prioritizes communication to the provider, responds to patient questions and requests to ensure efficient use of provider time and timely response to patients needs Administers medications and vaccines including intradermal and skin testing under the direction of a provider and per scope of practice.
• Cleans and sets up examination and treatment rooms between cases, ensures required levels of asepsis, availability of appropriate instruments and equipment, and preparation of patient.

Benefits of Working at Geisinger:

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members, but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves.

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• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) anda health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free  membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Position Details

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Education Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)
Experience Minimum of 1 year-Nursing (Preferred)
Certification(s) and License(s) Licensed Practical Nurse - Default Issuing Body;
Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body

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