Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

The Verland Foundation Inc.; Sewickley (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403b – Company Match (traditional and/

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive PTO Plan

8 Paid Holidays

Wellbeing Resources

Job summary

The Verland Foundation Inc. Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Main Campus.

You will provide Exceptional Care to residents under the supervision of the DON, administering meds, assessing daily status, and supporting the IDT. We offer meaningful work, a $7,500 sign-on bonus for new employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, 403b with match, tuition reimbursement, PTO, holidays, and wellness

Qualifications

• Graduate of a one-year practical nurse program.
• Current Pennsylvania RN/LPN registration.
• Strong knowledge of nursing standards and trends.
• Ability to document care accurately and communicate with the IDT.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document prescribed medications and treatments.
• Assess daily physical status and report to Charge Nurse.
• Assist with physician visits as assigned.
• Document care provided on a daily/quarterly/annual basis.
• Develop and implement care plans as part of the IDT and attend reviews.
• Participate in Nursing Department meetings.
• LPN will not insert nasogastric tubes or obtain physician orders.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

PA practical nurse license

Practical nurse program graduate

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

The Verland Foundation Inc. Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States

About this position

Description:

$7,500 Sign on Bonus for NEW Employees!

Verland is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the team at our Main Campus in Sewickley PA. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for providing Exceptional Care to the individuals that call Verland their Home.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the nursing care of individuals under the supervision of the Director of Nursing (DON). This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Contributions:

• Administer and document the prescribed medications and treatments.
• Assess the physical status of individuals daily and report any unusual behavior or condition to the Charge Nurse.
• Assist with physician visits as assigned.
• Document care given to individuals on a daily, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Develop and implement health care plans for assigned individuals as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and attend any staffing and ITR reviews as a contributing member of the IDT.
• Participate in and attend Nursing Department committee meetings as assigned.
• LPN will not insert nasogastric tube or obtain physicians' orders.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Exceptional Benefits:

Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
• Competitive PTO Plan
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Requirements:

• Must possess a working knowledge of professional standards and current nursing trends.
• Must have the ability to comprehend individuals’ records and physicians’ orders and to communicate information effectively.
• Must be able to establish working relationships with other members of the IDT.
• Must be able to document individuals’ care in a comprehensive manner according to professional and legal standards.

Minimum Training and Experience:

• Must be a graduate of a recognized one-year practical nurse program and hold a current Pennsylvania registration.
• Must have at least one year of experience in an acute care facility or related field (rehabilitation, extended care facility).
• Must have all required clearances and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Verland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.