Licensed Practical Nurse

The 5B Renal, Pulmonary, and Medicine Unit at UPMC St. Margaret is looking to hire a full time Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) to join our team Graduate LPNs with no experience and LPNs with past experience are welcome to apply

This position is eligible for a generous Sign-On Bonus

+ $7,500 with a 2-year commitment for experienced LPNs with more than 1 year of experience

+ $5,000 with a 2-year commitment for Graduate Practical Nurses with less than 1 year of experience

About 5B Renal, Pulmonary, and Medicine:

5B is a 33-bed medical-surgical unit that provides 24-hour continuous cardiac telemetry care to adult and geriatric patients ages 18 and over. The 5B team provides outstanding patient care to patients with complex acute and chronic medical conditions, including, but not limited to: CHF, COPD, Pneumonia, Sepsis, and Peritoneal Dialysis. Peritoneal Dialysis is a subspecialty expertise of the unit, which supports the entire hospital.

The unit is built on a culture of inclusion and collaboration. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach to patient care that encourages teamwork between physicians, nursing staff, PT/OT, social work, and a variety of other consulting disciplines to provide the most comprehensive care for our patients. We treat one another like family, and we always ensure that together, we provide a top-notch experience to our patients. 5B is also a dynamic and fast-paced environment full of opportunities for learning. If you want to come to work and feel like you learned something new every day, then 5B is the unit for you

As a nurse at UPMC, you will find:

+ Competitive wages

+ An incomparable benefits package, including tuition reimbursement

+ Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today

Here's how we support our nurses:

+ Generous Sign-On Bonus of up to $7,500

+ Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year

+ Dedicated career ladders, including a brand-new LPN career ladder added just this year, 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, available to employees and their dependents

_The Licensed Practice Nurse is a valued step in the UPMC nursing career ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement. Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience._

About UPMC St. Margaret:

UPMC St. Margaret is a three time ANCC Magnet Designated hospital located in Aspinwall PA, northeast of Pittsburgh, PA. UPMC St. Margaret is a community hospital where our greatest asset is our amazing team. If you enjoy working in a setting where you have an opportunity to build many meaningful interdepartmental relationships, then UPMC St. Margaret is the place for you As a Magnet designated facility, our nurses have the opportunity to participate in the shared governance of our facility. Through various councils and committees, you will have an opportunity to grow your career and professional practice in a supportive and engaging environment.

About the LPN Role:

LPN's 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/tele or Emergency Department setting.

Responsibilities:

+ The LPN is licensed to function as a member of the health-care team by exercising sound nursing judgment based on preparation, knowledge, experience in nursing and competency. The LPN participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment in settings where nursing takes place.An LPN shall communicate with a licensed professional nurse and the patient's health care team members to seek guidance when:? The patient's care needs exceed the licensed practical nursing scope of practice.? The patient's care needs surpass the LPN's knowledge, skill or ability.? The patient's condition deteriorates or there is a significant change in condition, the patient is not responding to therapy, the patient becomes unstable or the patient needs immediate assistance.An LPN shall obtain instruction and supervision if implementing new or unfamiliar nursing practices or procedures. An LPN shall follow the written, established policies and procedures of UPMC, UPMC LPN Practice Guidelines and the State Practice Act.Acts within the LPN Practice guidelines including IVs and within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Formulates daily goals and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner. Communicates the patient's condition to other care providers. Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers.

+ Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction of the patient experience in daily work. Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families and colleagues. Actively participates in unit activities and willing to provide assistance to care team members.Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode of care as well as transition to another level of care and/or home. Demonstrates a passion for developing others by supporting the orientation and developing new LPNs and patient care support staff. Regularly seeks feedback on performance and applies continuous professional improvement. Supports continuous learning in the clinical areas by participating in organizational and system programs. Identifies opportunities for clinical quality as well as workplace improvement. Seeks and participates in opportunities to assist in identification process improvement opportunities to improve patient care. Partners and collaborates with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.Demonstrates an understanding of cultural differences and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships. Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life. Models safe work hours, time management and healthy lifestyle. Communicates with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace.

+ *Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.*Performs other duties as assigned.

+ 0 - 2 years of experience

+ 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/tele or Emergency Department 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:

+ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

+ 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)

+ Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran