LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Express Care

Location: Community Care Wilkes-Barre
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

37.5
Worker Type: Regular Exemption Status:
No

Geisinger offers a new, higher pay rate and a $5,000 sign‑on bonus for licensed practical nurses. This position provides primary clinical support to the provider, patient, and their family, assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of patients in a clinical environment.

• Provide direct clinical care as directed by the provider.
• Assist provider in minor surgical diagnostic procedures and ancillary diagnostic examinations.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and complete associated paperwork efficiently.
• Administer medications and vaccines, including intradermal and skin testing, under provider direction and within scope of practice.
• Promote a clean and aseptic environment, cleaning and setting up examination and treatment rooms between cases.
• Follow up on diagnostic testing to ensure completion and proper filing in the medical record for continuity and quality of care.
• Document patient medical history, chief complaint, vital signs, and basic medical data base for the provider.
• Communicate with patients and prioritize information to the provider, responding to patient questions and requests promptly.
• Obtain and document patient information and prepare patients for examinations.
• Work independently to satisfy all job‑specific obligations and comply with all organizational policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s or collegiate level program in nursing, or equivalent clinical training. (Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Nursing – Required)
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience (Preferred).
• Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• Basic Life Support Certification.

• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Customer Service
• Multitasking
• Teamwork

• Full benefits (health, dental, vision) starting on day one.
• Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options.
• Pre‑tax savings plans: health care and dependent care FSAs and HSA.
• Company‑paid life, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accruing quickly.
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program.
• Family‑friendly supports: adoption, fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and  membership with discounted backup care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for childcare, eldercare, pet care, legal guidance, mental health, and work‑life support.
• Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.

Geisinger is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Position is not eligible for J‑1 visa waiver.