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Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Harrisburg
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: Mon - Fri 7:30-5:30p (8-hour shift range); occ. Sat. 8a-12p
Recruiter Contact: Monica Echeverri at MEcheverri@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

 Location: 2626 N. Third Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110

***$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS – eligible to those that qualify***

JOB SUMMARY:

Two blocks from Harrisburg's famous Front Street lies the Penn State Health Medical Group – Harrisburg office that is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its' ranks! The Harrisburg office oversees several specialties including, but not limited to: Newborn to Geriatric Family Practice, Obstetrics, Trauma-Psych Therapy, Infectious Disease, and Addiction Therapy.

The hired LPN will be expected to oversee the rooming of patients while taking vitals and handling medicine reconciliation. Other responsibilities include phlebotomy, administering injections, conducting EKGs, and assisting with in-house procedures. Some clerical duties also apply, which include making inbound/outbound phone calls and monitoring the e-message pool for patient inquiry.

The hired LPN can anticipate a weekly 8 hour/day schedule, with occasional Saturday morning hours throughout the year. The desired Licensed Practical Nurse will be a prompt and professional employee who is team-oriented and has excellent bedside manner. Loads of options for morning commute as the office accommodates parking beneath and is situated on a bus-line. If you are looking for a dynamic office – this is the location for you!

Working as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Penn State Health, you are the heart and backbone of patient care. When respect, integrity, teamwork and excellence guide your quality of care, you will be empowered to make an influential difference in the lives of all our patients. We are committed to helping talented LPNs, like you, deepen your expertise and achieve your goals while still performing patient care including: accurately recording vital signs, discussion health concerns, performing testing, administering injections; assisting with procedures and documentation. 

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) required prior to completion of orientation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

One (1) year experience in an acute or ambulatory care setting preferred.

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.

Union: Non Bargained

About Penn State Health

At Penn State Hershey, our mission is to enhance the quality of life and serve our community through improved health, the education of health professionals, and the discovery of knowledge. For us, service excellence is not only for our patients but also our employees. It means valuing each and every employee.

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