Casual Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Acute Care

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Employer: UPMC Senior Communities
Industry: Hospital
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
UPMC Somerset is looking for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join our Acute Care units! If you are searching for a fast-paced, exciting career that allows you to experience a variety of different fields, Acute Care could be for you!

Our Acute Care is comprised of the Cardiology Medicine Unit & Surgical Acute Care unit. As a Casual RN, you can expect to work 12-hour shifts and be scheduled on an as-needed basis to support the 24/7 operations of the units. The Acute Care units are truly a team! As part of this team, you will be cross trained to function on both units and will float when needed.

Responsibilities:
  • Report equipment malfunctions promptly to the appropriate department.
  • Establish effective communication strategies and maintain professional, respectful relationships.
  • Participate in healthcare conferences and universal unit activities, such as responding to call lights, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.
  • Assist the RN and interdisciplinary team in evaluating, planning, and implementing patient care plans.
  • Provide direct patient care, including administering injections, taking vital signs, performing basic diagnostic tests, observing patients, dressing wounds, and administering medications.
  • Follow established medication use policies and accurately observe and record patient symptoms, conditions, and reactions to treatments.
  • Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding hospital stay and home care concerns.
  • Instruct and demonstrate patient care practices as needed.
  • Discuss patient or family concerns with the RN in charge for appropriate resolution.
  • Adhere to patient care, hospital information, and safety policies and procedures, including standard precautions and maintaining CPR certification.


Qualifications:

  • Completion of a Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.
  • One year general medical/surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Basic Arrhythmia Course upon hire or within 6 months required
  • National Institute of Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS)
  • Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Created: 2024-09-27
Reference: 240001Z4
Country: United States
State: Pennsylvania
City: Somerset

About UPMC Senior Communities

Founded in: 1893
Number of Employees: 110000

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