UPMC’s Northwest Urology is excited to invite Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to apply and join our dedicated team. In this role, you’ll provide hands-on patient care, assist physicians with procedures, administer medications and vaccines, and support both patients and their families throughout their care journey. Prior experience with EPIC is preferred but not required, as we provide the resources and training you need to succeed. If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality care in a supportive and collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply today!
 

This position will work Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm. No holidays, evenings or weekends are required. Occasional travel to the Shippenville office will be required based on staffing needs. Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $7,500.00!

Responsibilities:

Assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing care for patients and their families.  Possesses the ability to obtain and interpret information considering age specific needs.  Conducts interviews with patient to answer questions related to healthcare problems and provides necessary counseling utilizing all resource persons and materials available.  Administers medications and vaccines as ordered by attending physician and keeps abreast of changes in requirements for immunization, flu vaccines and allergy injections.  Responsible for sterilization of office equipment and ordering of stock supplies and keeps appropriate records of same.  Performs laboratory duties assuring compliance with OSHA and CLIA. Identifies and communicates educational needs of patients to their physician and does teaching in these areas upon his/her request.  Assists physician in patient examination and performs specialized procedures.  Maintains competence through participation in continuing education and other appropriate learning experiences with necessary documentation.  Demonstrates Hamot’s commitment to Service Excellence by understanding the needs of patients, their families, physicians and co-workers and doing what is required the first time, every time by being responsible, sensitive, accurate, timely, coordinated and thorough.