Licensed Practical Nurse - Orthopedics - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise • Elmira, NY

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assists physicians with duties that support the needs of the practice, working within the maximum scope of the license. The role is in orthopedics and includes patient preparation and intake, medication administration, referral coordination, clinical and clerical support, and assistance with office and operating-room procedures as needed.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, on day shifts. Exact scheduling is discussed during the interview process. Weekends and holidays are not required. A license in the state of hire is required to start; a second state license is required within a period described in the posting as “since months of hire.”

The listed pay range is $22.24–$34.70 per hour. Guthrie offers a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for qualified LPNs, medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning the first of the month after hire, PTO accrual beginning on Day 1, tuition reimbursement of up to $7,500 per year after 90 days, a 403(b) retirement plan with immediate company match, and employee wellness and caregiver support resources.

Requirements

• LPN license in the state of practice; the employee may start with a license in the state of hire and must obtain a second license within the timeframe stated in the posting.
• Ability to work within and to the maximum scope of an LPN license.
• Basic knowledge of medications, including side effects and contraindications.
• Basic knowledge of surgical instruments.
• Knowledge and proficiency in dressing changes and suture removal.
• Proficiency with the autoclave sterilization process.
• Ability to follow infection-control practices and departmental protocols.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in a healthcare field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Direct patients to exam rooms and prepare them for examinations or treatment; collect and document measurements and vital signs, obtain patient history and allergies, and reconcile medication lists as requested.
• Write or call in prescriptions after obtaining authorization from a surgeon or provider, and document them in the patient’s chart.
• Email, fax, or call in insurance referrals and follow up with referral numbers when requested.
• Support smooth departmental operations by filling in for other LPNs, clinical assistants, and medical office assistants as requested; answer and screen telephone calls and perform other clerical functions.
• Train and maintain proficiency in computer equipment and programs as requested.
• Maintain exam and procedure rooms, ensure supplies are available, keep rooms orderly and clean, and order medications or clinical supplies as requested.
• Administer prescribed injections and medications and document them in patient charts.
• Direct patients to ancillary testing or follow-up appointments after examinations, including blood work and x-rays, and enter lab testing as requested.
• Read and review pathology results with patients.
• Set up and dismantle sterile fields; prepare surgical trays for daily procedures as needed.
• Assist surgeons with office and operating-room procedures as needed.
• Maintain infection-control measures, including proper cleaning of surgical equipment and autoclave use; perform high-level disinfection when required by departmental equipment.
• Perform dressing changes and remove sutures; assess signs and symptoms of infection and report them to a surgeon or provider.
• Follow hepatitis checks and protocols to protect surgeons, patients, and nurses.
• Attend new-employee orientation and mandatory organizational events, including in-services, classes, and training.
• Comply with Guthrie’s dress-code policy.
• Attend and participate in department meetings and contribute to department and office goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned and appropriate to LPN licensure.

Benefits

• Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus for qualified LPNs.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning the first of the month after hire.
• PTO accrual beginning on Day 1.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $7,500 per year after 90 days.
• 403(b) retirement plan with immediate company match.
• Employee wellness programs and caregiver support resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed