St Joseph Regional

Location: US:PA:Wyomissing
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 7:30a - 4:00p
Recruiter Contact: Amy Hazel at ahazel@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider, the Wound Care Center Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides wound-related and other basic nursing care to the center's patients according to all the WCC and hospital policies and procedures, care and safety protocols, and Clinical Services Practice Guidelines. All Healogics employees must perform their job responsibilities according to all Healogics policies, Hospital policies, as well as to accrediting organizations, federal and state regulation, and to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines, as applicable. 

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) 

Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program 

Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice -to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position 

Two (2) or more years' experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting Wound care experience preferred 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support) 

Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management skills 

Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations. 

Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills 

Customer service skills and follow-up skills 

Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment 

Ability to work with others and in a team environment 

Problem solving skills 

Ability to stay calm in all situations 

Working knowledge of computerized nursing system 

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. 

If chosen for this position, you may required to pass a Post Offer Employment Physical Exam in accordance with the measurements listed in the Work Task Analysis (WTA) report. 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.

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