LPN - GLPP Pulmonology

UPMC • Jamestown, NY

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

GLPP Pulmonology is seeking an LPN to join their team! This full-time position will work Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. No holidays, evenings, or weekends are required. Occasional travel to other office locations may be required based on staffing needs. Eligible candidates may qualify for a sign-on bonus up to $7,500.00 with a 2-year commitment to UPMC.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing program
• Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New York.
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Must complete licensure examination within FOUR MONTHS of hire or within one year of graduation, whichever comes first.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) OR Temporary Practice Permit (TPP)
• NYS Staff Exclusion List (NYSEL)

Nice To Haves

• One year clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to internal and system-wide competencies, behaviors, policies and procedures to ensure efficient work processes.
• Actively participate in monthly/departmental meetings and share ideas and suggestions for operational improvements.
• Maintains competence through participation in continuing education and other appropriate learning experiences with necessary documentation
• Conducts interviews with patient to answer questions related to healthcare problems and provides necessary counseling utilizing all resource persons and materials available.
• Administers medications and vaccines as ordered by attending physician and keeps abreast of changes in requirements for immunization, flu vaccines and allergy injections.
• Assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing care for patients and their families.
• Assists physician in patient examination and performs specialized procedures.
• Possesses the ability to obtain and interpret information considering age specific needs.
• Responsible for sterilization of office equipment and ordering of stock supplies and keeps appropriate records of same.
• Performs laboratory duties assuring compliance with OSHA and CLIA.
• Identifies and communicates educational needs of patients to their physician and does teaching in these areas upon his/her request.
• Complies with all UPMC Health System policies and procedures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability
• Exceptional retirement program
• PTO
• Wellness programs
• Paid parental leave
• Competitive pay

What This Job Offers

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