Licensed Practical Nurse, UPMC Harrisburg, Respiratory Care Services

1 week ago


Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Full time
Position Overview:

Join our team and be responsible for providing respiratory therapy services to patients with cardiopulmonary system deficiencies under the guidance of a physician.

You will carry out defined responsibilities across all patient populations and service areas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review prescriptions, measure arterial blood gases, and assess patient information.
  • Set up and operate therapeutic gas administration devices, environmental control systems, and aerosol generators.
  • Monitor and adjust equipment to ensure optimal treatment parameters and administer medicinal gases and aerosol drugs.
  • Inspect and test respiratory therapy equipment for safety and efficiency.
  • Monitor patient's physiological responses to therapy and perform necessary interventions.
  • Collaborate with physicians in case of adverse reactions and maintain accurate patient records.
  • Respond to code situations and perform other assigned duties.
  • Adhere to system-wide competencies and behaviors.

Requirements:

  • Graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide care to patients of all ages.
  • Experience in healthcare preferred, but LPN experience not required.
  • Ability to build positive relationships with various stakeholders and work effectively in a complex environment.
  • Physical stamina for patient care activities and familiarity with electronic health records.

Licenses and Clearances:

LPNs must uphold state licensure requirements and obtain Basic Life Support or CPR certification within required timeframes.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting
  • Act 33 and Act 34 Clearances
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance
  • Additional licensure may be required based on facility location and multistate Nursing Licensure Compact agreements.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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