Advanced Care Licensed Practical Nurse

2 weeks ago


WilkesBarre, Pennsylvania, United States Geisinger Health System Full time

Location:
Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre (GSWB)

Shift:
Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36

Worker Type:
Regular

Exemption Status:
No

Job Summary:
Geisinger is excited to offer an Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) a competitive sign-on bonus for qualified candidates along with substantial financial assistance to pursue RN credentials. We provide leading hiring rates and shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend schedules.

Job Duties:

Benefits of working at Geisinger:
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, and vision) effective from day one.
Multiple medical plan options, including an extensive network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA).
Company-funded life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan featuring automatic contributions from Geisinger.
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows for rapid accrual.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement annually.
MyHealth Rewards wellness initiative to enhance your health while earning financial incentives.
Family-oriented support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and complimentary membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools, and more.
Optional benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life, and legal insurance.
Opportunity to work under a Temporary Practice Permit until you complete NCLEX.
Shared governance model that empowers our nursing staff.
Professional development opportunities for growth and advancement.
Support and mentorship from a dedicated team of nursing leaders.
Community engagement through our Employee Resource Groups.
Employee referral incentive program.

Geisinger prioritizes the safety and security of our workforce by investing in a Strongline Alert Notification system, comprehensive camera surveillance, metal detectors at select locations, and a security presence on campus.

Join the Geisinger Family. To learn more about Geisinger opportunities, please reach out to our recruitment team.

Job Description:
Contributes to assessments as defined by scope of practice and unit standards.
Addresses the physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families throughout their care journey.
Reinforces patient and family education, addressing family needs and discharge planning during hospitalization.
Delivers direct patient care, including treatments, medications, and diagnostic procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing interventions and care plans based on patient responses.

Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary staff, and interdisciplinary team members, taking proactive measures to address and facilitate patient needs.

Engages in unit-based decision-making regarding the application of evidence-based practices.
Provides input to management for performance evaluations of care delivery team members.
Mentors and precepts new staff and students in a professional and positive manner as assigned.

Work is typically conducted in a clinical setting. Responsible for fulfilling all job-specific obligations and adhering to all organizational policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be exhaustive. They represent typical elements considered essential for successful job performance.

Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be regarded as essential for the performance of the job related to that position.

Contributes to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Promotes adaptive responses of patients and families to achieve optimal patient care, enhance safety, and maximize patient satisfaction. Demonstrates compassionate care during patient-nurse interactions. Coordinates patient care and staff interactions. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in their designated unit.

Position Details:


Geisinger Wyoming Valley is proud to hold ANCC Magnet Recognition, the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can achieve for nursing practice and quality patient care.


Education:
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)

Experience:

Certification(s) and License(s):
Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body, Licensed Practical Nurse - Default Issuing Body

Skills:
Communication, Computer Literacy, Customer Service, Multitasking, Teamwork

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES:
Everything we do is centered around caring for our patients, members, students, Geisinger family, and our communities.

KINDNESS:
We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.

EXCELLENCE:
We value colleagues who humbly pursue excellence.

LEARNING:
We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare caregivers for the future.

INNOVATION:

We continually seek new and improved methods to care for our patients, members, community, and the nation.


SAFETY:
We ensure a safe environment for our patients, members, and the Geisinger family.


We provide healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partners.

Equally important, we foster an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation, and collegiality.

We recognize that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds strengthens our team.

Our patients, members, and community come from a wide array of backgrounds, and it requires a diverse workforce to make better health accessible for all.

We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.



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