Licensed Practical Nurse, Outpatient - Podiatry & Wound Healing

UPMC

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Jamestown, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse will assist physicians with examinations, diagnostic procedures, and wound care treatments in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include administering medications, performing phlebotomy, and documenting patient interventions in medical records.

Qualifications

You are a Licensed Practical Nurse with at least one year of clinical experience, possessing a current LPN license and CPR certification. You will be responsible for drawing blood, administering medications, assisting physicians, and documenting patient care in an outpatient setting.

Must Have Skills for ATS

LPN

CPR

BLS

Act 34

IV therapy

Medication administration

Job Description

UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team in our Outpatient Podiatry & Wound Healing Clinic. This position offers a Monday - Friday work schedule, from 8am - 4:30pm.  

Travel is required every Monday to either our Dunkirk or Silver Creek offices, with Mileage Reimbursement for travel.  
Tuesday - Friday location is in our Jamestown Office at 207 Foote Ave.

What we offer:

  • Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends or holidays
  • Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Potential for career growth within the UPMC network

Sign-On Bonus Details:
$7,500 with one or more years of LPN experience
$5,000 for New LPN Graduates
***Candidates hired into a sign-on bonus eligible role will be asked to make a two-year work commitment.

If you are a dedicated LPN looking for a fulfilling role in a dynamic healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply today!

Responsibilities:
 

  • Draw blood.
  • Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
  • Administer medications including oral, SQ, IM and IV drip.
  • Assist physicians with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
  • Assess patient's general condition and take vital signs and weight.
  • Comply with all policies and procedures.
  • Perform IV therapy under direction of Registered Nurse.
  • Document all activities/interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed/prescribed, etc., in the medical record.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
  • Promote wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician advice/instructions.


Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing. One year of clinical experience preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
 

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Act 34


UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

UPMC

UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
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