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LPN - Med/Surg Unit

UPMC

Seneca, PAFull-timePosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
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Location
Seneca, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

IV Therapy CertificationCurrent Licensed Practical Nurse LicenseBasic Life Support CertificationCPR CertificationPediatric Advanced Life Support

Job overview

UPMC is hiring a LPN - Med/Surg Unit. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides compassionate nursing care within the LPN scope of practice, UPMC policies, and the Pennsylvania State Practice Act. This role involves assessing patient needs, contributing to care planning, implementing treatments, and evaluating patient outcomes. The LPN will also communicate changes in patient condition and collaborate with the healthcare team.

Key focus areas include Provide safe, compassionate nursing care within the LPN scope of practice, UPMC policies, and Pennsylvania State Practice Act., Assess patient needs, contribute to care planning, implement treatments, and evaluate patient outcomes., and Communicate changes in patient condition and collaborate with RNs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team..

Successful candidates bring Current LPN License, Basic Life Support Certification, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. Important skills include Safe Nursing Care, Compassionate Nursing Care, Assess Patient Needs, Care Planning, Implement Treatments, and Evaluate Patient Outcomes.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Safe Nursing CareCompassionate Nursing CareAssess Patient NeedsCare PlanningImplement TreatmentsEvaluate Patient OutcomesCommunicate Changes in Patient ConditionCollaborate With RNsCollaborate With PhysiciansCollaborate With Interdisciplinary Care TeamAdminister TreatmentsPerform Clinical DutiesIV TherapyDevelop Individualized Plans of CareMaintain Individualized Plans of CareDocument Patient Care AccuratelyDocument Patient Care ThoroughlyEducate Patients on Treatment PlansEducate Patients on Self-CareEducate Patients on Discharge NeedsEducate Families on Treatment PlansEducate Families on Self-CareEducate Families on Discharge NeedsFoster Positive Patient ExperienceTherapeutic RelationshipsSupport Quality InitiativesSupport Safety InitiativesSupport Patient Satisfaction InitiativesIdentify Opportunities for Process ImprovementAssist With Onboarding New StaffMentoring New StaffSupporting New StaffCollaborate Effectively With PatientsCollaborate Effectively With FamiliesCollaborate Effectively With ColleaguesCollaborate Effectively With Community PartnersPromote Respectful Work EnvironmentPromote Inclusive Work EnvironmentPromote Safe Work EnvironmentProfessional DevelopmentContinuous LearningAge-Appropriate CareCollaborate With Healthcare TeamStrong CommunicationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsComputer SkillsWork in Fast-Paced Environment

Qualifications

IV Therapy CertificationCurrent Licensed Practical Nurse LicenseBasic Life Support CertificationCPR CertificationPediatric Advanced Life SupportAct 33 ClearanceAct 34 ClearanceFBI (Act 73) ClearancesLPN Experience

Full job description

UPMC Northwest Hospital

Seneca, PA

Medical/Surgical/Pediatric Unit (3 West)

Shift: Rotating Days/Nights, Every Other Weekend

Status: Full Time (36 hours/week)

Sign-On Bonus Details:$12,500 available for LPNs with a minimum of one year of experience

$10,000 available for LPNs with less than one year of experience (includes GPNs) Responsibilities

  • Provide safe, compassionate nursing care within the LPN scope of practice, UPMC policies, and Pennsylvania State Practice Act.

  • Assess patient needs, contribute to care planning, implement treatments, and evaluate patient outcomes.

  • Communicate changes in patient condition and collaborate with RNs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team.

  • Administer treatments and perform clinical duties, including IV therapy, in accordance with LPN practice guidelines.

  • Develop and maintain individualized plans of care that support patient-centered, holistic care.

  • Document patient care accurately and thoroughly to promote continuity of care.

  • Educate patients and families on treatment plans, self-care, and discharge needs.

  • Foster a positive patient experience through compassionate care and therapeutic relationships.

  • Support quality, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives while identifying opportunities for process improvement.

  • Assist with onboarding, mentoring, and supporting new staff and team members.

  • Collaborate effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and community partners to achieve desired outcomes.

  • Promote a respectful, inclusive, and safe work environment.

  • Participate in professional development and continuous learning opportunities.

  • Perform all duties in accordance with UPMC competencies and behaviors.

  • Complete other duties as assigned

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  • LPN experience preferred.

  • IV therapy certification required within 4 months of hire/transfer (if not included in LPN education).

  • Ability to provide age-appropriate care, collaborate with the healthcare team, and support quality improvement initiatives.

  • Strong communication, critical thinking, organizational, and computer skills.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet the physical demands of patient care.

Licensure, Certifications & Clearances

  • Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification.

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 1 year of hire/transfer.

  • Act 33, Act 34, and FBI (Act 73) Clearances

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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