Licensed Practical Nurse (Part-Time) - Emergency Department

UPMC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Union position AFSCME

Job summary

UPMC's Emergency Department seeks a Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) for a 0.5-time position with evening shifts and rotating weekends/holidays. Shifts include 11a-11p, 11a-7p, and 3p-11p, totaling about 20 hours weekly.

The LPN will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, administer medications as assigned, and help with patient assessment, care planning, and documentation. A $6,250 sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates, with a $1.60 evening shift differential.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in good standing.
• Experience in emergency department preferred.
• Ability to work with adults and handle high-acuity situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for meals and feeding assistance as needed.
• Assist with toileting, mobility, and basic patient care.
• Monitor and document patient status and report changes to RN.
• Administer medications as directed by RN or physician.
• Support safety and infection control procedures and use Pyxis system.

Skills

LPN care

Medication admin

IV therapy

Patient assessment

ED experience

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Tools

Pyxis system

Job description

Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) – Part-Time
Emergency Department
0.5 part-time, evening shifts with rotation + every other weekend & holiday rotation
Shifts:11a-11p; 11a-7p; 3p-11p (20 hours/week)
Union position:AFSCME

Minimum starting payfor this position is $22.12/hour (+ applicable LPN experience!).Shift differential is $1.60 for evenings.

Generous Sign-On Bonus: Sign-on bonus of $6,250 available for eligible candidates (1+ years of LPN experience) who commit to a two-year work agreement.

The LPN functions as a member of the nursing team in providing direct patient care and other related activities in accordance with level of education. Responsible to the registered nurse for the environmental and physical management of patients to which assigned and for factual observation and the reporting and recording of same. Administers oral and intravenous medication when assigned by registered nurse in charge.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for meals and nourishment; serve and collect trays; assist with feeding, including tube feedings; provide fresh water and between-meal snacks.
• Perform tasks such as cleaning utility room cupboards, collecting and bagging soiled linen, and cleaning, sterilizing, and storing instruments and equipment.
• Assist patients with toileting, collect and label specimens, and help with bed mobility, turning, lifting, positioning, and ambulating.
• Understand and address the needs of patients with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders using appropriate assessment and intervention techniques.
• Observe, report, and document unusual symptoms, condition changes, and care provided according to unit policies.
• Provide recreational and/or diversional activities for patients as directed.
• Assist in direct patient care and respond effectively in emergencies.
• Adhere to universal precautions and established occupational exposure policies.
• Use restraints and protective mechanisms as directed, and complete necessary documentation.
• When administering medication:
• Handle and store medications per established procedures.
• Clean and maintain the medication cart and supplies.
• Keep the team leader informed of issues related to medication administration.
• Prepare and administer various medications as ordered by a licensed physician or dentist, under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Demonstrate knowledge of medication and IV therapy administration.
• Count narcotics with a registered or licensed practical nurse at the end of the shift.
• Administer PRN medications following RN assessment.
• Record all medication administration data accurately.
• Follow the Standards of Practice for using the Pyxis System.
• Respond promptly to nurse call systems.
• Escort patients to and from designated departments.
• Maintain patient rooms and equipment; perform terminal cleaning in the absence of environmental service aids.
• Assist the registered nurse with patient admission, orientation, transfers, and discharges as directed.
• Provide patient care that ensures safety and comfort; follow instructions from registered nurses and established routines.
• Administer treatments as assigned, such as catheterizations, catheter irrigations, oral and nasal suctioning, enemas, dressing changes, and perineal care, in accordance with training. Assist with other procedures as directed.