Licensed Practical Nurse, OP

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.

• Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
• One year clinical experience preferred.
• Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran