LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) - Behavioral Health - FULL TIME - Dayshift

Meadville Medical Center•Meadville, PA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, day shift position for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Behavioral Health. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered to external candidates. The role involves direct patient care, medication administration, patient education, assisting physicians, performing administrative duties, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment. The position requires adherence to policies and procedures, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under stress.

Requirements

Graduate of a diploma school of nursing approved by State Board of Nurse Examiners.
Licensed to practice as a licensed practical nurse in Pennsylvania.
Great attention to detail.
Ability to type and be efficient with computers.
Ability to apply appropriate rules of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Ability to prioritize activities, organize work, and problem solve.
Above average to excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to communicate with the public sector by telephone and in person.
Ability to deal with anxious and angry people.
Ability to communicate with Administrative Staff, Managers, Attorneys, Physicians, and all hospital staff with respect and tact.
Current BLS Healthcare Provider card.

Nice To Haves

Pacemaker and Defibrillator checks if applicable for the practice.
Use of Meditech, Medisoft and Medisoft Clinical EMR.

Responsibilities

Prepares patients for provider visits including reason for visit, history, symptoms, weight, height, vital signs, medications, and allergies.
Administers medications/vaccinations as ordered by the provider and regulated by the Nurse Practice Acts.
Reviews and updates medication lists, identifying potential issues.
Assists physicians with procedures.
Notifies patients of lab and test results.
Collects specimens and performs limited on-site lab tests.
Maintains equipment and controls, including refrigerator temperatures.
Ensures patient and equipment safety.
Communicates and interacts effectively with patients, families, physicians, peers, and other health team members.
Provides patient education.
Assists in facilitating smooth patient flow.
Greets patients and families courteously.
Maintains good communication with providers and coworkers.
Ensures adequate medical supplies and medications are available and stocked.
Sterilizes instruments and instrument packs.
Maintains inventory of drug samples and rotates stock, checking expiration dates monthly.
Receives prescription refill calls and ensures they are sent to the pharmacy under provider supervision and documented.
Ensures nursing documentation in medical records is complete, including vaccine and sample lot numbers.
Performs administrative duties such as appointment scheduling, telephone etiquette, mail distribution, obtaining authorizations, and collecting co-payments.
Maintains cleanliness of exam rooms and workstations.
Maintains organized flow of nursing information and documentation.
Triage patient clinical calls.
Schedules tests or procedures for patients.
Performs Pacemaker and Defibrillator checks if applicable.
Uses appropriate measures of Infection Control, including PPE and hand washing.
Maintains medical information, filing, and/or scanning.
Uses Meditech, Medisoft, and Medisoft Clinical EMR.
Follows appropriate chain of command for reporting issues.
Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.