Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flexible spending

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Family support

Professional growth

Mentorship

Community involvement

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking an Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to contribute to patient assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation. You will work on acute care units, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality, safety and timely patient progress.

The role requires completion of a Specialty Training Program in Nursing, with a Temporary Practice Permit until NCLEX is passed, strong communication and teamwork, and a patient-centered approach to

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Nursing.
• Temporary Practice Permit until NCLEX is passed.
• Strong communication and teamwork to support patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies.
• Contribute to patient assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and participate in discharge planning.
• Mentor new staff and students, ensuring safety and quality standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Education

Specialty Training Program in Nursing

Job description

Role

Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) responsible for contributing to patient assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, address patient and family needs, and participate in discharge planning. Evaluate intervention effectiveness and assist in decision-making. Mentor new staff and students, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications & Skills

Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Nursing. Capable of working under a Temporary Practice Permit until NCLEX is passed. Strong communication, teamwork, and patient-centered care skills. Ability to meet unit-specific care standards and contribute to a positive environment.

Key Duties

Contribute data for assessments, reinforce education, evaluate patient responses, and collaborate with healthcare team members. Support evidence-based practice and participate in unit governance. Maintain compliance with organizational policies and safety protocols.

Benefits & Perks

Full benefits from day one, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, 401(k) with contributions, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and family support services. Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and community involvement.