LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - OB/GYN

Geisinger•Wilkes-Barre, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is hiring an LPN to provide clinical support to providers, patients, and families in an outpatient OB/GYN clinic. The role supports diagnosis and treatment, promotes continuity and quality of care, and helps maintain a clean clinical environment. New and experienced LPNs are welcome. This is a regular, full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week on days; specific hours will be discussed during the interview. The position is based at Geisinger Multi-Specialty Clinic Wilkes-Barre and work is typically performed in a clinical environment. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible candidates. The LPN must meet the qualifications to provide care for patients in the age range served by the assigned clinical area. The role requires compliance with organization policies and job-specific obligations, as well as any additional competencies established in department-specific orientation.

Requirements

Graduate from a nursing specialty training program.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Communication skills.
Computer literacy.
Customer service skills.
Ability to multitask.
Teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain and document patient medical histories, chief complaints, and vital signs; provide basic medical data to providers and prepare patients for examinations.
Provide direct clinical care as directed by a provider.
Assist providers with minor surgical and diagnostic procedures and ancillary diagnostic examinations.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and complete associated paperwork accurately and efficiently.
Document and manage ongoing patient communications as directed by providers, prioritize communications to providers, and respond to patient questions and requests in a timely manner.
Administer medications and vaccines, including intradermal medications 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 appropriate instruments, equipment, and patient preparation.
Follow up on diagnostic testing to ensure completion, accuracy, and filing in the medical record.
Promote a clean environment.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options.
Pre-tax savings plans, including FSA and HSA.
Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Generous paid time off that accrues quickly.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives.
Adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave, and military leave.
Care.com membership.
Employee Assistance Program offering mental health support, legal guidance, and childcare and eldercare referrals.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, and pet insurance.