Licensed Practical Nurse - Physician Practice

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Allentown, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is a nationally recognized, forward-thinking health network, ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years and honored five times with the Magnet(tm) distinction for nursing excellence. Several of its hospitals received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020. LVHN is committed to teamwork, compassion, technology, and delivering the best health care. This position works as part of a care team to improve quality, increase throughput, enhance efficiency, and improve the overall patient experience. The role involves providing care to designated patients, coordinating care across the continuum, and performing administrative functions within the practice.

Requirements

• Technical School Diploma
• LPN Program
• Ability to establish and maintain control of violent patients or dangerous situations.
• Basic computer skills, critical thinking, and ability to concentrate.
• Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Responsibilities

• Assists provider by collecting patient history and reason for visit.
• Completes observation, physical exam, telephone triage, and analysis of diagnostic data.
• Ensures that all ordered laboratory and diagnostic tests are tracked and logged and that the provider is presented with all test results.
• Provides education to patients, ensures education materials are current and appropriate, and evaluates the effectiveness of patient education.
• Assists patients with inquiries for prescription refills, appointment scheduling, and referral authorization.
• Assists providers during procedures and examinations and performs instrument and room clean-up.
• Coordinates internal and external appointments for new and established patients based on patients' medical needs, preferences, and the practice schedule.
• Intervenes to prevent, minimize, or correct any actual or potential patient risks based upon observation of physiological, behavioral, and environmental factors.
• Participates in telephone triage by obtaining clinically appropriate data and symptoms; advises and instructs patients according to established protocols and/or orders from the provider.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree