UPMC • Erie, PA 16503
Job #2692069909
UPMC Hamot, a Magnet-designated hospital,?is currently looking for LPNs for their Med Surg units! These opportunities follow a robust nursing career ladder, with the possibility for continued growth and advancement. ? Currently hiring for both Full-Time and Part-Time positions!
Sign-On Bonus Details (Full Time or Flex Full Time status)
$7,500 sign-on bonus available for nurses with over one year of experience
$5,000 sign-on bonus available for graduate nurses
Sign-On Bonus Details (Part Time status)
$3,750 sign-on bonus available for nurses with over one year of experience
$2,500 sign-on bonus available for Graduate Nurses and nurses with less than one year of experience
Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.
About UPMC Hamot?
UPMC Hamot, an ANCC Magnet-recognized hospital since 2016, is the region's only trauma center and certified comprehensive stroke center. We are the first hospital in the nation to use new, groundbreaking robotic technology for earlier detection of lung cancer. We are also the first and only hospital in the region to offer kidney transplants and the first hospital in Erie to perform the transcatheter aortic valve replacement procedure.
At UPMC Hamot we want the next step in your nursing career to be the right one. We believe that as a nurse, the care you provide can have a positive effect on not only the quality of life of your patients and their families but can be a driving force in your career development.?Join us at UPMC Hamot as we provide Life-Changing Medicine to our community.??
UPMC Hamot Med/Surg Units:???
On the questionnaire portion of this application, please select areas that you would be interested in applying. There may not be an opening in that department at this time, but we are happy to direct you to the current opportunities available!?
As an LPN at UPMC, you will find:?
Competitive wages?
A highly rated benefits package, including tuition reimbursement.??
Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today?
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 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, is available to employees and their dependents
LPNs 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. In this role, the LPN must take nurse assignment at the top of their license in a med surg setting.
Successful completion and graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.
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 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 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.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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