LPN - Med/Surg Unit

UPMC Northwest Hospital Seneca, PAMedical/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

• 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