Licensed Practical Nurse, Silverdale Primary Care

apartment St. Luke's University Health Network location_onSellersville, PA

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The LPN's primary responsibility is to assist in the delivery of healthcare support for the practice. The LPN is a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and consistently demonstrates and promotes the values of the organization. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives, including but not limited to the Physician Billing computer system and patient satisfaction survey. Maintains high level of competence on Physician Billing computer system. Utilize computer system to schedule appointments and track referrals. Opens and closes office as required. Assists in capturing patient demographic information. Takes active role in facilitation of team approach to functions within the department attends departmental meetings, actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified, analyzes current procedures, bringing suggestions for improvement to the attention of team members and supervisors for consideration. Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services per practice protocol. Confers with the physician, NP or PA regarding any incomplete patient tests/consults or other incomplete orders to the patient visit. Prepares patients for the examination and treatment by escorting them from the reception area to the exam room prior to the provider entering the exam room. Height, weight and vital signs. Update medication list. Update allergies in record. Update personal, family and social history. Inquire about smoking status. Obtains the Chief Complaint for the visit. Provides other patient care services as needed/directed keeps exam rooms clean, maintaining clinical supplies in exam rooms, cleans and autoclaves contaminated instruments, gives injections or immunizations, Phlebotomy, Pulmonary Functions/Nebulizer, EKG, OB/GYN exams assist as needed. Disposes of Bio-Hazardous waste and regular waste per practice protocol. Maintains supplies - Medical supplies, disposing of expired Sample medication. As appropriate assists with scheduling outpatient testing, pre-certifying patients for procedures and referral processing, triage and respond to patient communications within practice guidelines, refill medications per practice protocol. Communicates and Coordinates with providers or Care Coordinators regarding hospital discharge, ED visits, Consulting physicians, Community resources, Disease management, Patient Self management, Patient and/or family education on chronic conditions, Individualized patient care plan. Follow-up contact with patient as indicated to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, labs or other testing as well as specialist visits. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at time). Requires continual use of fingers for patient care, writing and computer entry. Routinely uses upper extremities; occasional requirement to lift up to 25 pounds. Occasionally pushcart with supplies up to 30 pounds. Occasionally push wheelchair with patient weighing up to 325 pounds. Regularly requires ability to stoop, bend and reach above shoulder level. Requires ability to hear normal conversation and good general, near and peripheral vision. EDUCATION: LPN with current state appropriate licensure TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Two years office experience in a similar setting. Current CPR required. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LPN

Outpatient

Full-time

Licensed Practical Nurse, Quakertown Primary Care

apartment St. Luke's University Health Network location_onQuakertown, PA

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The LPN's primary responsibility is to assist in the delivery of healthcare support for the practice. The LPN is a professional member of the interdisciplinary team and consistently demonstrates and promotes the values of the organization. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives, including but not limited to the Physician Billing computer system and patient satisfaction survey. Maintains high level of competence on Physician Billing computer system. Utilize computer system to schedule appointments and track referrals. Opens and closes office as required. Assists in capturing patient demographic information. Takes active role in facilitation of team approach to functions within the department attends departmental meetings, actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified, analyzes current procedures, bringing suggestions for improvement to the attention of team members and supervisors for consideration. Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating the patient’s medical record prior to the appointment with recent test results and correspondence and determines needed services per practice protocol. Confers with the physician, NP or PA regarding any incomplete patient tests/consults or other incomplete orders to the patient visit. Prepares patients for the examination and treatment by escorting them from the reception area to the exam room prior to the provider entering the exam room. Height, weight and vital signs. Update medication list. Update allergies in record. Update personal, family and social history. Inquire about smoking status. Obtains the Chief Complaint for the visit. Provides other patient care services as needed/directed keeps exam rooms clean, maintaining clinical supplies in exam rooms, cleans and autoclaves contaminated instruments, gives injections or immunizations, Phlebotomy, Pulmonary Functions/Nebulizer, EKG, OB/GYN exams assist as needed. Disposes of Bio-Hazardous waste and regular waste per practice protocol. Maintains supplies - Medical supplies, disposing of expired Sample medication. As appropriate assists with scheduling outpatient testing, pre-certifying patients for procedures and referral processing, triage and respond to patient communications within practice guidelines, refill medications per practice protocol. Communicates and Coordinates with providers or Care Coordinators regarding hospital discharge, ED visits, Consulting physicians, Community resources, Disease management, Patient Self management, Patient and/or family education on chronic conditions, Individualized patient care plan. Follow-up contact with patient as indicated to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, labs or other testing as well as specialist visits. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours at time). Requires continual use of fingers for patient care, writing and computer entry. Routinely uses upper extremities; occasional requirement to lift up to 25 pounds. Occasionally pushcart with supplies up to 30 pounds. Occasionally push wheelchair with patient weighing up to 325 pounds. Regularly requires ability to stoop, bend and reach above shoulder level. Requires ability to hear normal conversation and good general, near and peripheral vision. EDUCATION: LPN with current state appropriate licensure TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Two years office experience in a similar setting. Current CPR required. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LPN

Full-time

Clinical Triage Specialist (RN/LPN), Access Center - Rheumatology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonary (PA & NJ Residents Only)

apartment St. Luke's University Health Network location_onAllentown, PA

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Clinical Triage Specialist (CTS) (RN) - Access Center will compassionately deliver an exceptional patient experience and provide clinical support to CTS-MA team members by serving as a clinical resource. The CTS-RN is responsible for using nursing judgment in answering/returning patient calls related to direct care provided by the practices. When appropriate, the caller’s symptoms will be assessed and triaged using approved nursing protocols and guidelines to assist in obtaining the appropriate level of care and/or self-care advice. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Answers telephones, prioritizes clinical triage calls, follows clinical protocols, and coordinates services, as needed. Verifies patient demographic information and accurately enters the updated information into electronic health record. Serves as an escalation point for clinical patient issues and other POD team members requiring clinical support, and provides clinical advice based on clinical protocols and procedures. Manages and responds to escalated electronic patient messages whenever not answering inbound patient calls and uses clinical judgment to prioritize and accommodate patients. Creates a positive patient experience at every encounter, attempting to independently resolve any issues or concerns of the patient at the time of the phone call, within the scope of the role. Consistently meets productivity, schedule adherence, and quality standards as set by the Access Center. Utilizes all resources and guidelines at his/her disposal to effectively assess, prioritize, advise, schedule appointments, or refer calls when necessary to the appropriate medical facility or personnel. Accurately documents symptoms/complaints, nursing assessment, advice provided and patient/caller response. Partners with other Access Center teams/PODs and respective practice clinical team on behalf of the patient to assist with clinical concerns, medication refills, or scheduling appointments. Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Active Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Pennsylvania and New Jersey or other nursing compact state and other states as deemed necessary by state law. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum 2 years recent clinical experience in a physician office, home health, critical care and/or emergency room is required. Strong communication skills Focused on compliance Demonstrates continuous growth Quality-driven Service-oriented Excels at time management Strong problem-solving skills Ability to work from home in accordance with the Network Work from Home Policy if needed. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LPN

Full-time

Licensed Practical Nurse, In-Patient Units, Opportunities at Select Campuses (Bethlehem, Miners)

apartment St. Luke's University Health Network location_onEaston, PA

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Nurses are pivotal to providing the care that is needed and demanded in our communities. At St. Luke's, we are proud to be the forerunners of that higher quality standard. Our philosophy and professional practice model are our commitment to safe, compassionate and quality patient centered care. Nursing uniquely leaves a lasting impression on patients and families who rely on these skills. Here at St. Luke’s, PCRAFT values are the guiding core principles of our health care team and the qualities we strive for with every encounter. Pride, caring, respect, accountability, flexibility and teamwork are the qualities our team will deliver every time. As a patient or prospective employee, you can count on every member of the St. Luke’s team to display PCRAFT values in every situation. St. Luke’s University Health Network nurses practice in a premier environment of transformational leadership facilitated by our mission to be recognized as expert providers of innovative, personalized and maximally-safe patient care. St. Luke’s fosters an environment of partnership with other members of the health care team, while also placing high importance on developing nurses’ skills and celebrating the successes of our nursing team. The Licensed Practical Nurse works in collaboration with the treatment team to provide direct patient care and skilled tasks under the direction of a Physician, Advanced Practitioner or Registered Nurse. Our LPNs facilitate communication between members of the health care team, patients and families. HOSPITAL LOCATIONS: openings vary by campus availability: Acute Care (Med Surg) : Anderson Campus, Easton - No current openings Bethlehem Campus - Experienced LPN Candidates, full time nights Carbon Campus, Lehighton - No current openings Easton Campus - No current openings Geisinger St. Luke's Campus, Orwigsburg - No current openings Miners Campus, Coaldale - No current openings Monroe Campus, Stroudsburg - No current openings Upper Bucks Campus, Quakertown - No current openings Warren Campus, Phillipsburg NJ - to be considered for the Warren Campus, please apply here LPN Warren-Campus-NJ Skilled Nursing: Miners Campus, Coaldale - part time evenings Acute Rehab Center (ARC): Bethlehem Campus - No current openings Lehighton Campus - No current openings Behavioral Health/ Recovery Center Easton Campus - No current openings Lehighton Campus - No current openings Quakertown Campus - No current openings Sacred Heart Campus, Allentown - No current openings Penn Foundation, Sellersville - No current openings SHIFT DETAILS: Apply now to talk to a recruiter about our current openings! Full time, 36 or 40 hours per week Part time, less than 36 hours per week Holiday and weekend requirements per unit and company policies Ability to complete initial 7 business days of classroom orientation followed by unit orientation. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Licensed Practical Nurse Participates in interdisciplinary team and rehab meetings. Administers treatments and medications according to physician’s orders accurately and in a timely manner records the treatments and medications. Documents resident/patient care provided and response or lack of response to interventions and the treatment provided. Assumes and reports to the RN changes in resident/patient condition. Assists with admission/transfer/discharge of residents/patients Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: New or experienced. Individualized orientation program for all areas. Maintain current BLS certification. EDUCATION: Graduate of accredited Pennsylvania nursing school for LPN. Current Pennsylvania License. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 8 hours per day; 4 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 lbs. Frequently lift, carry and push objects up to 75 lbs. Transport patients weighing up to 400 lbs. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher with assistance when appropriate. Consistently pull up to 10 lbs. Frequently pull up to 250 lbs. with assistance when appropriate. Frequently stoop and bend, crouch, kneel and climb. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Occasional crawling. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Frequently finger and handle objects. Occasionally firmly grasp, twist, turn objects with hands and fingers. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and visual monotony (e.g. computer screen). Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LPN

Full-time

Experienced Registered Nurse/ Licensed Practical Nurse, Skilled Nursing Unit

apartment St. Luke's University Health Network location_onPA

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Nurses are pivotal to providing the care that is needed and demanded in our communities. At St. Luke's, we are proud to be the forerunners of that higher quality standard. Our philosophy and professional practice model are our commitment to safe, compassionate and quality patient centered care. Nursing uniquely leaves a lasting impression on patients and families who rely on these skills. Here at St. Luke’s, PCRAFT values are the guiding core principles of our health care team and the qualities we strive for with every encounter. Pride, caring, respect, accountability, flexibility and teamwork are the qualities our team will deliver every time. As a patient or prospective employee, you can count on every member of the St. Luke’s team to display PCRAFT values in every situation. In our skilled nursing facility, St. Luke’s has developed clinical pathways, which are tools used to manage the quality of healthcare by adopting standardized processes based on what has been shown to improve care. The evidence-based and medically driven pathways reduce the length of stay in skilled nursing facilities in the St. Luke’s service area. Join the team providing outstanding dedication and the commitment to provide the highest quality care for all of our patients and residents. Hospital Location: St. Luke’s Miners Campus, Rehabilitation and Nursing Center – Coaldale SHIFT DETAILS: Positions may be available on various shifts. Apply now to talk to a recruiter about our current openings! Full time, 36 or 40 hours per week Part time, less than 36 hours per week Per Diem, minimum of 2 shifts/month. Holiday and weekend requirements per unit and company policies Ability to complete initial 7 business days of classroom orientation followed by unit orientation (for all positions). JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Registered Nurse Provides nursing care through the nursing process, assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, evaluates and documents the effects of care. Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for professional nursing practice. Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information. Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated. Licensed Practical Nurse - Participates in interdisciplinary team and rehab meetings. Administers treatments and medications according to physician’s orders accurately and in a timely manner records the treatments and medications Assumes and reports to the RN changes in resident/patient condition. Assists with admission/transfer/discharge of residents/patients. Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: RN : Minimum of one year nursing experience required.Prior experience in geriatric care or medical-surgical experience with a geriatric populace is desirable.Individualized orientation program for all areas. Maintain current BLS certification. LPN :New or experienced.Prior experience in geriatric care or medical-surgical experience with a geriatric populace is desirable.Individualized orientation program for all areas. Maintain current BLS certification. RNs with less than 1 year of experience please see our internship page https://www.slhn.org/nursing-opportunities EDUCATION: Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania. Graduate of accredited Pennsylvania nursing school for LPN. Current Pennsylvania License. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 2 hours per day; 1 hour at a time. Stand for up to 10 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day; 10 minutes at a time. Consistently lift, carry and push objects up to 10 lbs. Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 75 lbs. Transports patients weighing up to 500 lbs. via wheelchair, bed and/or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation and high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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