LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Convenient Care

Geisinger • Bellefonte, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Convenient Care is a walk-in clinic providing convenient care for family health needs, including physicals, immunizations, and treatment for common illnesses and minor health issues. Care is available to anyone age one and older. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides primary clinical support to providers, patients, and families to assist with diagnosis and treatment. The role supports continuity and quality of care by following up on diagnostic testing and ensuring results are completed, accurate, and filed in the medical record. It also promotes a clean clinical environment and provides care for patients within the age range specified for the assigned clinical area. This is a per diem/additional job opportunity. New and experienced LPN applicants are welcome. Typical schedule opportunities include Monday through Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 8:15 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 7:45 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Requirements

• Graduate from a nursing specialty training program.
• Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Skills in communication, computer literacy, customer service, multitasking, and teamwork.
• Meet qualifications to provide care for patients in the age range served by the assigned clinical area.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient medical history, chief complaint, and vital signs; provide a basic medical database for the provider and prepare patients for examinations.
• Provide direct clinical care as directed by the provider.
• Assist the provider with minor surgical and diagnostic procedures and ancillary diagnostic examinations.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and complete associated paperwork accurately and efficiently.
• Execute and document ongoing patient communications as directed by the provider; prioritize communications to the provider and respond to patient questions and requests in a timely manner.
• Administer medications and vaccines, including intradermal and skin testing, under provider direction and within scope of practice.
• Clean and set up examination and treatment rooms between cases; maintain asepsis and ensure instruments, equipment, and patient preparation are appropriate.
• Follow up on diagnostic testing to ensure completion, accuracy, and filing in the medical record.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner benefits.
• Collaborative, cooperative, and collegial work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed