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
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Provide safe, compassionate nursing care within the LPN scope of practice, UPMC policies, and Pennsylvania State Practice Act.
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Assess patient needs, contribute to care planning, implement treatments, and evaluate patient outcomes.
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Communicate changes in patient condition and collaborate with RNs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team.
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Administer treatments and perform clinical duties, including IV therapy, in accordance with LPN practice guidelines.
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Develop and maintain individualized plans of care that support patient-centered, holistic care.
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Document patient care accurately and thoroughly to promote continuity of care.
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Educate patients and families on treatment plans, self-care, and discharge needs.
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Foster a positive patient experience through compassionate care and therapeutic relationships.
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Support quality, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives while identifying opportunities for process improvement.
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Assist with onboarding, mentoring, and supporting new staff and team members.
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Collaborate effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and community partners to achieve desired outcomes.
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Promote a respectful, inclusive, and safe work environment.
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Participate in professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
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Perform all duties in accordance with UPMC competencies and behaviors.
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Complete other duties as assigned
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LPN experience preferred.
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IV therapy certification required within 4 months of hire/transfer (if not included in LPN education).
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Ability to provide age-appropriate care, collaborate with the healthcare team, and support quality improvement initiatives.
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Strong communication, critical thinking, organizational, and computer skills.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet the physical demands of patient care.
Licensure, Certifications & Clearances
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Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification.
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 1 year of hire/transfer.
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Act 33, Act 34, and FBI (Act 73) Clearances
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
