REQ-0032175 Practice Nurse (LPN), Abbeyville Family Medicine, Lancaster, PA (Part-Time, Days)
Company: Lancaster General Health
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: March 13, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
SummaryThe Licenses Practice Nurse for the Abbeyville Family
Medicine practices provides comprehensive care for patients of all
ages - from newborns to older adults. The LPN will collaborate with
the healthcare team to emphasize wellness and prevention, help
patients manage chronic conditions, and provide timely care in
times of illness or injury. As part of Penn Medicine, we are able
to bring direct access to the most advanced treatment options. Come
be a part of a team of dedicated medical providers in our local
community! Job Description Eligible for Benefits including:* Health
Insurance** $1,250 Sign-On Bonus*** 100% Tuition Benefit At
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences Hours:Part-Time -20Hour
Work Week - . FTEMonday - Thursday - 8:00 am to 9:00 pmFriday -
8:00 am - 5:00 pmRotating Saturday schedule from 8:00 am - 12:00One
evening shift a week 12:00 pm - 9:00 pmESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without
reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:Provides
clinical advice by phone/electronic correspondence based on
clinical judgments and/or triage protocols in accordance with
regulatory requirements and standards of practice. Consults with
provider as necessary.Provides patient specific education including
but not limited to preventive care, chronic disease management,
acute diagnosis, medications and other areas pertinent to patient
outcomes.Prepares patient for visit by using appropriate rooming
standards tool.Administers injections and medications as prescribed
by the provider and in accordance with department protocol,
regulatory requirements and standards of practice. Prepares and
assists providers with various procedures, minor surgeries and
other exams as designated by the provider.Performs Point of Care
Testing, including but not limited to hearing, flu, urine and strep
tests.Collects blood or other laboratory specimens and prepares
them for further testing.Authorizes prescription refills as
instructed by the provider.Assists with test tracking and
monitoring overdue results.Removes sutures and changes dressings on
wounds as necessary.Assures exam rooms are adequately supplied and
cleaned after each patient visit. Maintains and cleans medical
instruments and equipment after each procedure.Assists provider and
patient in reviewing and revising care plans and assesses patient
progress. Follows up with patient between visits as
necessary.Assists with proactive outreach for patients requiring
preventive and chronic disease services.Performs care coordination
activities among specialists and transitions of care to obtain all
necessary patient information.Assists in coordination of referrals,
education and community resources.Actively participates in
performance improvement initiatives to improve overall patient
experience and quality of care.Participates in daily huddles with
the provider.Serves as a patient experience advocate by being a
positive influence at all times when interacting with patients,
visitors and colleagues. Communicates with all patients, visitors
and colleagues in a professional manner while keeping customer
service a top priority. Handles all patient information in a
confidential manner according to Lancaster General Health privacy
and confidentiality policies and procedures.SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties
listed above:Performs various front office responsibilities as
necessary.May require some regional travel - valid driver's license
is required if traveling. Participates in the on-call
responsibilities for this position as required. Other duties as
assigned.JOB REQUIREMENTSMINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Completion
of a LPN or a RN educational programCurrent licensure as a
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), issued by
the PA State Board of Nursing AHA CPR/BLS certification required
within 30 days of hire .PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:One (1) to Two (2)
years of nursing experience in a primary or specialty care
physician's office.Prior triage, emergency room, cardiac care,
intensive care or other related specialty nursing experience.
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended and should not be
construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills,
efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is
intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements
essential for recruitment and selection, for making fair job
evaluations, and for establishing performance standards. The
percentages of time spent performing job duties are estimates, and
should not be considered absolute. The incumbent shall perform all
other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at
the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend,
modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole. Incumbent must
be able to perform all job functions safely.Benefits At A
Glance:PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following
benefits to employees:100% Tuition Assistance at The Pennsylvania
College of Health SciencesPaid Time Off and Paid HolidaysShift,
Weekend and On-Call DifferentialsHealth, Dental and Vision
CoverageShort-Term and Long-Term DisabilityRetirement Savings
Account with Company MatchingChild Care SubsidiesOnsite Gym and
Fitness ClassesDisclaimerPENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is
an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse
workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications
without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status,
disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by
law.Search Firm Representatives please read carefully: PENN
MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is not seeking assistance or
accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment
opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by
search firms to any employee at PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL
HEALTH via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health in any form without a valid
written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed
the sole property of PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH , and
no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PENN
MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH as a result of the referral or
through other means.FAMILYPAL Part Time Posted on 02/10/2023
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