Position: Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: UPMC Hamot, 4 North Transitional Support Unit
Schedule: 50/50 Nights/Days, Weekends/Holidays, 12-Hour Shifts

UPMC Hamot, a Magnet-designated hospital, is seeking a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our 4 North Transitional Support Unit, an 11-bed unit that specializes in care for medically and surgically stable patients awaiting discharge. This unit offers a unique opportunity for nurses passionate about long-term care nursing to gain valuable experience in an inpatient hospital setting.

Sign-On Bonus: $12,500 for nurses with over 1 year of experience. $10,000 for new graduate nurses.

Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides care and IV therapy following UPMC guidelines and State Board regulations, participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care under the direction of an RN or other licensed UPMC provider, and collaborates with the healthcare team to achieve patient outcomes. Senior LPNs must complete an annual contribution to improve patient care or maintain a UPMC-approved certification and take nurse assignments at the top of their license in med/surg/tele or Emergency Department settings.

Responsibilities:

LPN licensed to function as a health-care team member using sound nursing judgment. Participates in planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment. Communicates with licensed professional nurse and health care team when: Patient’s care needs exceed LPN scope of practice. Patient’s care needs surpass LPN’s knowledge, skill, or ability. Patient’s condition deteriorates, changes significantly, or needs immediate assistance. Obtains instruction and supervision for new or unfamiliar practices/procedures. Follows UPMC policies, UPMC LPN Practice Guidelines, and State Practice Act. Acts within LPN Practice guidelines, including IVs, and Relationship Based Care framework. Formulates daily goals and care plans involving the patient holistically. Communicates patient’s condition to other care providers. Comprehensive patient documentation promotes caregiver communication. Incorporates national, business unit, and health system goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. Creates compassionate, patient-focused experiences by building healing relationships. Actively participates in unit activities and assists care team members. Provides detailed teaching to patients and families for care transitions. Supports orientation and development of new LPNs and patient care support staff. Seeks feedback and applies continuous professional improvement. Participates in organizational and system programs for continuous learning. Identifies opportunities for clinical quality and workplace improvement. Participates in policy and procedure development for patient comfort and safety. Seeks and participates in process improvement opportunities. Develops and maintains productive working relationships, demonstrating accountability, enthusiasm, and commitment. Understands cultural differences and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships. Maintains balance between work and personal life, models safe work hours, time management, and healthy lifestyle. Communicates workplace safety hazards to peers and management. Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned.

If you have any questions about the position or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Our recruiter is available to assist you and provide more information to help you determine if this opportunity is the right fit for you.

To connect, simply send an email to valencickp@upmc.edu, and we’ll be happy to schedule a time to speak with you or address any inquiries you may have.