**UPMC East’s Admission team is looking for an experienced LPN! This is a Full time position, working 3 12 hour shifts for 10a-10p and 9a-9p** . 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 Regulations. The 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 provider. A senior LPN is responsible for selecting and completing 1 contribution annually that will assist in improving patient care OR must have and maintain a UPMC approved certification. The role of the Senior LPN encompasses partnership, and collaboration with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes. Up to $12,500 Sign on Bonus for Experienced LPNs! **Nursing Judgment and Care** + Exercise sound nursing judgment based on preparation, knowledge, experience, and competency. + Participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment. **Communication and Collaboration** + Communicate with licensed professional nurses and the patient's health care team members. + **Seek guidance when:** + The patient's care needs exceed the LPN scope of practice. + The patient's care needs surpass the LPN's knowledge, skill, or ability. + The patient's condition deteriorates or significantly changes. + The patient is not responding to therapy, becomes unstable, or needs immediate assistance. **Instruction and Supervision** + Obtain instruction and supervision when implementing new or unfamiliar nursing practices or procedures. + Follow written, established policies and procedures of UPMC, UPMC LPN Practice Guidelines, and the State Practice Act. **Patient Care and Documentation** **Daily Goals and Plan of Care** + Formulate daily goals and a plan of care involving the patient as a partner. + Consider the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner. **Communication of Patient Condition** + Communicate the patient's condition to other care providers. + Ensure comprehensive patient documentation to promote communication between caregivers. **Professional Development and Improvement** **Patient Safety and Quality Improvement** + Incorporate national professional organization, business unit, and health system goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. + Identify opportunities for clinical quality and workplace improvement. + Participate in process improvement opportunities to enhance patient care. **Teaching and Support** + Provide detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families. + Support the orientation and development of new LPNs and patient care support staff. + Seek feedback on performance and apply continuous professional improvement. + Support continuous learning in clinical areas by participating in organizational and system programs. **Relationship Building and Teamwork** **Healing Relationships** + Create a caring and compassionate patient-focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. + Actively participate in unit activities and provide assistance to care team members. **Collaboration and Accountability** + Partner and collaborate with the health care team, patients, and families to achieve desired patient outcomes. + Develop and maintain productive working relationships internally and externally. + Demonstrate accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation, and commitment to patients and colleagues. **Personal and Professional Balance** Cultural Understanding and Healthy Relationships + Demonstrate an understanding of cultural differences. + Hold peers accountable for healthy relationships. **Work-Life Balance** + Maintain a conscious balance between work and personal life. + Model safe work hours, time management, and a healthy lifestyle. + Communicate any safety hazards identified in the workplace to peers and management. Successful completion and graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing. **1 year 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 select and complete 1 contribution annually that will assist in improving patient care OR have and maintain a UPMC approved certification. 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 the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures. Ability to identify process improvement opportunities to improve patient care and encompasses collaboration with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families. Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment. Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients. Computer skills required to utilize the electronic health record. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** LPN must maintain state licensure where they are practicing or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located. If graduated prior to 2012, the LPN will need to provide official proof of completion of IV therapy approved program within 4 months of hire/transfer. Must select and complete 1 contribution annually that will assist in improving patient care OR must have and maintain a UPMC approved certification. + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) + Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) + Act 34 *Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state. **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**