LPN - Med/Surg Unit

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

• 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