Licensed Practical Nurse (Part-Time) - Emergency Department

UPMC; Fairview Township (York County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Evening shift differential

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Emergency Department on a part-time basis. Evening shifts with rotation and every other weekend/holiday rotation, totaling ~20 hours per week, 11a-11p, 11a-7p, or 3p-11p.

Union AFSCME position with minimum starting pay of $22.12/hr plus LPN experience; evening shift differential $1.60. A generous sign-on bonus of $6,250 is available for eligible candidates who commit to a two-year work agreement.

Qualifications

• LPN license is required or eligible.
• Minimum 1 year LPN experience preferred.
• Evening shift availability required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Administer oral and IV medications as assigned.
• Prepare patients for meals, feeding, and hydration.
• Document medication administration accurately.
• Observe and report patient condition changes and care provided.
• Maintain clean and organized patient rooms and equipment.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient care

IV therapy

Vital signs

Documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

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.