Job Description

Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a LPN / LVN for a per diem / prn job in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: LPN / LVN
• Discipline: LPN / LVN
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Per Diem

Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse for a 19-week contract assignment at a health system in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  

Our trusted partner is committed to cutting-edge medical research, innovation, and patient care. This institution's collaborative environment and strong support for professional development offer an ideal setting to grow and contribute. Job Title: LPN - PRNc Shift Schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm  Location: Philadelphia, PA 
Additional Info: PRN opportunity in the Wound Center 2+ year experience as an LPN in Wound CareShifts typically M-F 8-4:30pmPrimarily rooming, taking vitals for responsilities 

Job Description: The Licensed Practical Nurse assists physicians and performs healthcare services to patients in hospitals, private homes, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Monitors and charts patients, collects samples, and performs other tasks as assigned, all under the direction of registered nurses and doctors

• Administers prescribed medications, gives injections and vaccines, reads PPD results 
• Performs electrocardiograms (EKG) and screening tests 
• Obtains and tests specimens following standard operating procedures and documents results, taking appropriate action with unexpected results 
• Prepares specimens for transport as necessary 
• Triages patient telephone encounters and includes provider when necessary 
• Assists provider with surgical procedures including positioning patients, keeping a sterile field, and wound cleaning and dressing 
• Prepares paperwork to complete patient visit 
• Obtains and documents patient's vital signs as needed and reports abnormal results to provider 
• Cleans, disinfects, sterilizes and checks to make sure all instruments and equipment are in proper working order 
• Maintains medication storage closets 
• Participates in orienting new team member 

Benefits & Perks include:  

• Referral Bonus Program 
• Resume Support 
• A dedicated recruiter is available to support you with your contract need (No offshore recruiters!) 
• Exclusive contract opportunities 
• and more! 

  Nucleus Healthcare is a staffing and recruitment agency partnering with top-tier facilities and organizations to deliver quality candidates looking for meaningful employment. We have permanent placement and long-contract jobs nationwide in nursing, allied health, healthcare operations, and hospitality. Our vision of redefining the way healthcare does business is what fuels our mission to empower the people who power healthcare.

 
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. 

Additional Qualifications

• LPN license is required
• H.S. Diploma/GED required
• 1+ years outpatient experience preferred
• Practice Nursing School required

Nucleus Healthcare Job ID #3741.

About Nucleus Healthcare

Nucleus Healthcare is a staffing and recruitment agency partnering with top-tier healthcare and life sciences facilities and organizations to deliver quality candidates looking for meaningful employment. We have permanent placement and long-contract jobs nationwide in nursing, allied health, healthcare operations and hospitality, and life sciences. Our vision of redefining the way healthcare does business is what fuels our mission to empower the people who power healthcare. Connect with a Nucleus recruiter who will partner with you to differentiate every step of your job search process today!

 Benefits:

• Ask your Nucleus Healthcare recruiter about the benefits offered by the facility/organization you are interested in applying for.
• Nucleus Healthcare offers a generous $1,000 referral bonus.

Benefits

• Referral bonus

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Daily paid, Permanent employment, Contract work, Immediate start, Offshore, Shift work,

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