Description
**UPMC Somerset is looking for** a **Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Occupational Medicine Unit** ! This position works Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.
UPMC is excited to offer a generous Sign-on Bonus to eligible Nurses! Whether you're a recent graduate looking to launch your nursing career, or a seasoned LPN seeking a change, now is your moment to find your place at UPMC!
Sign-On Bonus Details
Graduate Nurses
$10,000 with a 2-year work commitment
Experienced Nurses (1+ years of experience)
$12,500 with a 2-year work commitment
At UPMC, we're passionate about continuing to support your growth throughout your nursing journey. Our Total Rewards package will be discussed at time of offer to ensure you can make the choices that are right for you.
UPMC is committed to investing in nurses like you -financially, personally, and professionally -starting on day one of your career. UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your nursing career.
Whether you're a recent Graduate Licensed Practical Nurse looking to launch your nursing career, or a seasoned Licensed Practical Nurse seeking a change, now is your moment to find your place at UPMC Somerset!
**Purpose:**
Under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse assists with the plan of care, assesses, implements and evaluates patient care with assigned area.
**Responsibilities:**
Care DeliveryAssist the RN and interdisciplinary team in evaluating, planning, and implementing plans of care. Provide appropriate, direct patient care. Give injections, take vital signs, perform basic diagnostic tests, observe patients, dress wounds and administer medication. Comply with established medication use policies. Observe and record patient's symptoms, condition, and/or reactions to medications and treatments and report results to the RN in charge. Communicate effectively with patients and families about hospital stay and home care concerns. Instruct and demonstrate care. Discuss any patient or family concerns with RN in charge so that issue can be appropriately addressed. Perform assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Strictly adhere to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital-related information. Comply with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
Collaborative PracticeAssure equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Establish appropriate and effective communication strategies. Establish professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. Participate in health care conferences. Contribute to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
Professional GrowthMaintain current CPR certification at Health Care Provider level. Constructively receive feedback and direction. Identify and communicate learning needs to the unit director. Take action to improve knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback or on self-identified developmental needs. Serve as a resource for staff and other disciplines. Serve as a preceptor for new staff members. Request assistance and reviews relevant policies and procedures prior to performing new or challenging skills. Request assistance to help in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participate in self-review as requested by unit director. Participate in project and committee work.
Transformational LeadershipSuggest and support changes within the department. Assume responsibility for assignment and view problems as challenges. Demonstrate awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.
Completion of a Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.
Previous acute care experience preferred.
Basic Arrhythmia Course upon hire or within 6 months required
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
Basic Cardiac Life Support Provider upon hire or completed within one month of hire
Successful completion of an approved pharmacology course prior to hire
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification
Act 34
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**
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