LPN – Operating Room

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# LPN - Operating Room

- Location: Altoona, PA
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Altoona
- Pay: not listed — this posting doesn’t list a range yet. Your recruiter can share it before you apply.
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2025-02-06T11:15:16.557Z

## Description

Licensed Practical Nurse

Operating Room
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