Licensed Practical Nurse - Franklin Community Medicine - UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center : Job Details

Are you a compassionate and skilled LPN ready to make a meaningful impact in primary care? Join UPMC's Franklin Community Medicine practice where you'll work Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00am and7:00pm, with the primary shift being 8:30am to 5:00pm. No holidays or weekends are required! In this role, you'll assist in delivering high-quality primary health services and nursing care to individuals and families, playing a vital part in our patient-centered team. Occasional travel to other office locations in the area may be required.

At UPMC, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional development. With ample opportunities for career growth, this is the perfect place to advance your nursing career while enjoying a balanced schedule. Take the next step—apply today and become part of a trusted healthcare organization dedicated to making a difference!

Responsibilities:

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• Draw blood.
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• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
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• Administer medications including oral, SQ, IM and IV drip.
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• Assist physicians with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
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• Assess patient's general condition and take vital signs and weight.
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• Comply with all policies and procedures.
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• Perform IV therapy under direction of Registered Nurse.
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• Document all activities/interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed/prescribed, etc., in the medical record.
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• Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
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• Promote wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician advice/instructions.
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• Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
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• One year clinical experience preferred.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
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• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
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• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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• Act 33 with renewal
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• Act 34 with renewal
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• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
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*Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran