Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Mobile OB/GYN - up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus!

Company: Guthrie Health
Location: Corning
Posted on: April 6, 2025

Job Description:

*Summary:*

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Assist provider with duties necessary to support the needs of the mobile unit working within and to the maximum scope of license. The role of an LPN on a Maternity Mobile unit requires flexibility, clinical knowledge, and the ability to provide both routine and emergency care in a non-traditional setting. It is also important for the LPN to have strong communication skills to work effectively with the healthcare team and the community. This role involves traveling to various host site locations within New York and Pennsylvania.

*Experience:*
* One-year experience in healthcare field preferred but not required.

*Education & Licenses:*
* LPN - Must be licensed in both Pennsylvania and New York since travel across state lines is required.
* CPR / AED Certification

*Essential Functions:*
* Directs patient to exam room after proper identification, and prepares patient for exam or treatment by identifying height, weight, respirations, blood pressure, temperature, additional testing, and documents same on chart. Will also interview patient to obtain history allergies, reconciles medication list and records on chart as requested.
* Write or call Rx after obtaining surgeon/provider authorization for all department surgeons/providers as needed. Chart as written in patient's chart.
* Email, fax or call in any insurance referrals. Follow up phone call with referral number to specialist if requested.
* Assists in smooth departmental operation by filling in for other LPNs, clinical assistant and MOA's as requested.
* Answers telephone and performs other clerical functions as necessary (screen calls according to urgency and need).
* Must train and maintain proficiency in the use of computer equipment and other computer program training as requested.
* Attends to exam and procedure rooms, including assurance that proper supplies are on hand, maintain order and cleanliness. Order medications or clinical supplies for the department as requested.
* Administers prescribed injections/medications and records them on patient's chart.
* Routes patient after exam to proper area for ancillary testing or follow-up appointments, i.e. Blood work, x-rays, and enter lab testing as requested.
* Basic knowledge of medications (side effects/contraindications, etc.).
* Be able to read and review pathology results with patients.
* Setup and tear down sterile fields.
* Basic knowledge of surgical instruments.
* Prepare surgical trays as needed for procedures for the day.
* Maintain infection control measures including but not limited to proper cleaning.
* Knowledge and proficiency of dressing changes and suture removal.
* Assess signs and symptoms of infection and reporting to surgeon and/or provider.
* Hepatitis checks and protocol to protect surgeon, patient, and nurse.
* Conduct routine checks such as blood pressure, weight, and fetal heart rate monitoring.
* Provide educational materials on pregnancy, prenatal nutrition, and the importance of regular prenatal visits as indicated by provider.
* Collaborate with midwives, physicians, and registered nurses to provide comprehensive care to pregnant women and new mothers.
* Serving Underserved/Underinsured Populations: Provide care to women in underserved areas, ensuring access to healthcare resources and education for maternal and child health.
* Health Promotion: Assist with promoting maternal and child health in the community by attending events or participating in health campaigns.

*Other Duties: *
* As assigned as appropriate for LPN licensure.
* Must be willing to travel to various Guthrie locations throughout the Pennsylvania and New York regions for specified periods of time.
* Attend new employee orientation and all mandatory events such as in-services, classes, training as required by the organization.
* Complies with the dress code policy as set forth by Guthrie.
* Attends and participates in Department meetings, along with contributing to department/office goals
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The pay for this position ranges from $21.80-$34.02/Hour #LI-DB1

*About Us*

Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you'll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.

The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.

The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.80 - $34.02 per hour

Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Ob/Gyn
Supplemental Pay:
* Bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person

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