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Licensed Practical Nurse, OP (LPN) - Pain Management

UPMC • Williamsport, PA 17705 • Posted 30+ days ago

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UPMC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for our outpatient Pain Management office in Williamsport, PA. This position offers a consistent dayshift schedule Monday-Friday with 8-hour shifts, no required weekends or major holidays, and is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus. The role involves providing professional nursing care to office patients under the supervision of patient care providers, including drawing blood, administering medications, assisting physicians, and patient education.

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.

Qualifications

Required

  • Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
  • Act 34 clearance.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP) licensure.
  • Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement.

About UPMC

UPMC, or the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, is a leading integrated healthcare provider in the United States. It offers a wide range of medical services, including primary and specialty care, surgical procedures, and rehabilitation services. UPMC operates numerous hospitals, outpatient facilities, specialized care centers, and physician practices both domestically and internationally.

Full Job Description

UPMC is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse for our outpatient Pain Management office in Williamsport, PA. This LPN position enjoys a consistent dayshift schedule Monday-Friday with 8-hour shifts scheduled between 6:00 am - 5:00 pm. There are no required weekends or major holidays (7 paid holidays per year).

Sign-on Bonus!: This position is currently eligible for a generous sign-on bonus! Whether you're a recent graduate looking to launch your nursing career, or an experienced LPN looking for something new, there has never been a better time to join UPMC!

+ $5,000.00 - 2yr Commitment | 0-1 year experience & recent graduates

+ $7,500.00 - 2yr Commitment | 1+ years experience

**Purpose:**

Provides professional nursing care to office patients under supervision of patient care providers.

**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.

**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**

+ Act 34

+ Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

+ CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

+ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)

+ Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**