Licensed Practical Nurse - 4W/5W Rehab - Full-Time Nights at UPMC

**UPMC Williamsport 4W/5W Rehab has an opening for a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse.**

**This position will be Night shift and every other weekend and holiday.**

UPMC is committed to investing in nurses like you - financially, personally, and professionally - starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your nursing career.

Here's how we support our nurses:

Up to **five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off** annually, plus seven paid holidays each year

* Dedicated career ladders, including a **nursing career ladder** , allowing you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education

* **Tuition reimbursement** of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus discounts for UPMC employees including no cost RN-BSN/MSN options!)

**Graduate Nurse applications will be accepted

_Candidates with 6 months of experience highly preferred. Graduate nurses may be considered; job title and salary will be based upon qualifications and career ladder requirements._

This position is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus! Whether you're a recent Graduate Nurse looking to launch your nursing career, or a seasoned LPN seeking a change, now is your moment to find your place at UPMC!

*New graduates (0 to less than 1 year experience) will receive a one-time $10,000 bonus for a two-year commitment.

*Experienced LPNs (1 or more years' experience) will receive a one-time $12,500 bonus for a two-year commitment.

****Final candidates will be selected for a job title within the career ladder that reflects level of education, experience, and manager discretion at time of offer. ****

**Purpose:**

Act as a member of the health-care team by exercising sound nursing judgment based on preparation, knowledge, experience in nursing and competency and able to provide care and IV therapy following UPMC LPN Practice Guidelines and policies, and the State Board Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment in settings where nursing takes place under the direction of a Registered Nurse or other licensed UPMC this role, the LPN must take nurse assignment at the top of their license in a med/surg/tele or Emergency Department setting.

**Responsibilities:**

+ The LPN is licensed to function as a member of the health-care team by exercising sound nursing judgment based on preparation, knowledge, experience in nursing and competency. The LPN participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment in settings where nursing takes LPN shall communicate with a licensed professional nurse and the patient's health care team members to seek guidance when:? The patient's care needs exceed the licensed practical nursing scope of practice.? The patient's care needs surpass the LPN's knowledge, skill or ability.? The patient's condition deteriorates or there is a significant change in condition, the patient is not responding to therapy, the patient becomes unstable or the patient needs immediate LPN shall obtain instruction and supervision if implementing new or unfamiliar nursing practices or procedures. An LPN shall follow the written, established policies and procedures of UPMC, UPMC LPN Practice Guidelines and the State Practice within the LPN Practice guidelines including IVs and within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Formulates daily goals and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner. Communicates the patient's condition to other care providers. Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers.

+ Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction of the patient experience in daily work. Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families and colleagues. Actively participates in unit activities and willing to provide assistance to care team members. Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode of care as well as transition to another level of care and/or home. Demonstrates a passion for developing others by supporting the orientation and developing new LPNs and patient care support staff. Regularly seeks feedback on performance and applies continuous professional improvement. Supports continuous learning in the clinical areas by participating in organizational and system programs. Identifies opportunities for clinical quality as well as workplace improvement. Seeks and participates in opportunities to assist in identification process improvement opportunities to improve patient care. Partners and collaborates with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues. Demonstrates an understanding of cultural differences and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships. Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life. Models safe work hours, time management and healthy lifestyle. Communicates with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace.

+ *Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.*Performs other duties as assigned.

+ Successful completion and graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.

+ 0-2 years of experience. Successful completion of an IV therapy curriculum required within 4 months of hire/transfer.

+ Must commit to obtain within 4 months of hire/transfer within 30 days of start. If graduated in 2012 to present day, IV therapy curriculum is included in the PA State Board Approved Programs.

+ If graduated prior to 2012, the LPN will need to provide official proof of completion of IV therapy approved program.

+ Must take nurse assignment at the top of LPN license in a med/surg/tele or Emergency Department setting.

+ The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.

+ They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over t