Penn State Health - St Joseph Regional 

Location: US:PA:Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: Days
Recruiter Contact: Trevor Smith at tsmith46@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

JOB SUMMARY: 

Under the direction of a licensed provider (e.g. RN, Physician) and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, provides practical nursing care for patients referred to the Clinic within the scope of LPN practice and in accordance with the standards/procedures of Penn State Health St. Joseph . An incumbent also performs related support activities (e.g. answering phones, checking patients in/out, assembling charts, etc) as required. An incumbent uses initiative in carrying out recurring tasks within the scope of practice and established standards of care.

 An RN or Physician provides specific instructions for new, difficult or unusual tasks, and is consulted when unusual/ unfamiliar circumstances are encountered. Incumbents are also accountable for developing collaborative relationships with members of the clinic at all associated facilities; participates in clinic-related business meetings, maintaining knowledge and skills levels by attending educational offerings as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

Currently licensed to practice as a licensed practical nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate LPN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.

Basic Life Support (BLS) is required prior to the completion of orientation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Able to stand & sit constantly; walk frequently. 

Able to lift/carry 0-10 lbs. frequently; 11-50 lbs. occasionally. 

Able to push/pull 0-20 lbs. frequently; 21-75 lbs. occasionally. 

Able to climb occasionally; reach constantly. 

Able to use hands for simple/firm grasping.

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

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