LPN Position Available In Bucks, Pennsylvania

LPN Alliance Cancer Specialists – 3.0

Langhorne, PA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$44.9K – $55.8K a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Blood sampling Phlebotomy BLS Certification Mid-level 3 years High school diploma or

GED LPN Nursing Full Job Description Overview:

Alliance Cancer Specialists , the largest community-based oncology practice in Southeastern PA, is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). We are seeking a compassionate, hard-working individual who is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. This position is located at our Langhorne Practice. Top Reasons To Work for

Alliance Cancer Specialists:

Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance 401k Plan Paid Time Off One on one mentoring and training with our skilled and experienced clinical team that will allow you to expand your skill set Highly competitive pay Day shift only. No evenings. No weekends or major holidays Under general supervision, provides general nursing care for patients following established standards and practices. Promotes efficient patient flow, assists with patient care. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities:

Provides general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during examination and procedures. Observes, records, and reports patients condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Administers prescribed medications as directed. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in collection of specimen samples for testing. Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes. Performs EKG and oxymetry readings as required by physician. Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed and in accordance with OSHA and universal precautions. Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as required or directed by physicians. Maintains patient files, records and other information. Initiate IV fluids and IV therapeutic medications in accordance with LPN/LVN state nurse practice act.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school graduate or equivalent. Graduate from an accredited school for practical nursing. This position requires at least 3 years experience as a practical nurse. Phlebotomy experience preferred. Current LPN state license and registration with the State Board of Practical Nursing in practicing state. Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.