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Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) is seeking a Full Time LPN to join the Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Team!

Summary:

+ The Kidney and Pancreas transplant LPN performs both clinical and administrative tasks and serves as a liaison for kidney and pancreas transplant recipients within the Penn Transplant Institute (PTI).

+ Makes observations, plans and organizes work, assesses patient needs under the supervision of a Transplant Coordinator, Advanced Practice Provider or Physician.

+ Provides patient care to transplant recipients in the Penn Transplant Institute (PTI) based on the physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety and related age criteria appropriate to the patient served in his/her assignment.

+ Functions collaboratively within the team and is responsible for providing patient care as directed.

+ Scope of work includes: Providing direction and instructions regarding transplant care and follow-up, scheduling coordination, obtaining medical records, medication prior authorization, faxing/emailing, confirming contact information, providing directions and appointment related specifics.

+ Includes Epic documentation and other data collection platforms along with other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

+ Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing program 2+ years Acute care, ambulatory care, or long-term care experience as a licensed practical nurse

+ Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications: Current LPN license in Pennsylvania BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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