LPN - Experienced Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton)

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); In loco; USD 40.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health, dental and vision benefits starting on day one

401(k) plan with automatic contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 annually

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Descrizione del lavoro

Geisinger is hiring a full-time Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton, PA. The position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates and various benefits starting on day one, including health, dental, and vision.

The LPN will contribute to patient care improvements, coordinate care, and work in a supportive environment with professional growth opportunities. Candidates must pass the Basic Life Support Certification and hold a current LPN license.

Join Geisinger and be part of a team that promotes compassionate care and focuses on maximizing patient satisfaction.

Competenze

• Required to be a graduate from a nursing program.
• Basic Life Support Certification is necessary.
• Must hold a Licensed Practical Nurse license.

Mansioni

• Contribute to patient care assessment and planning.
• Promote adaptive responses to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Exhibit compassionate care during patient interactions.
• Coordinate patient care among staff members.
• Meet qualifications for patient care responsibilities.
• Provide direct patient care and evaluate intervention effectiveness.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to resolve patient needs.
• Mentor new staff and students as necessary.

Conoscenze

Communication

Computer Literacy

Customer Service

Multitasking

Teamwork

Formazione

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing

Strumenti

Basic Life Support Certification

Licensed Practical Nurse

Descrizione del lavoro

Location: Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC)Shift: Rotation (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36Worker Type: RegularExemption Status: No

Job Summary

Geisinger offers a full‑time Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position with a $10,000 sign‑on bonus for eligible candidates and up to $40,000 in financial support to become an RN, as well as up to $5 shift differential for evening, nights, and weekend shifts.

Benefits of Working at Geisinger

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded 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) with employer contribution
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows quick accrual of time
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve health while earning a financial incentive
• Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with referrals for childcare, eldercare, pet care, free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, and digital self‑help tools
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
• Ability to work under a Temporary Practice Permit until taking NCLEX
• Shared governance structure that empowers nurses
• Professional growth with mentorship from dedicated nursing leaders
• Employee referral incentive program

Job Description

• Contributes data to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Promotes adaptive responses of patient/family to achieve the highest level of patient care, promote safety, and maximize patient satisfaction.
• Exhibits compassionate care during patient‑nurse interactions.
• Coordinates patient care and interaction of staff.
• Meets qualifications to provide care for patients in assigned unit.
• Contributes data to assessments as established by scope of practice and unit standards.
• Addresses physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient and family throughout the continuum of care.
• Reinforces patient and family education, family needs and discharge planning throughout hospitalization.
• Provides direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies according to policy and procedure.
• Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions and plan of care based upon patient response to interventions.
• Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members and takes action to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
• Participates in unit‑based decision‑making regarding the utilization of evidence‑based practice.
• Provides input to the manager for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.
• Precepts and mentors new staff and students in a professional, positive manner as assigned.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment and is accountable for satisfying all job‑specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Position Details

• Hours: vary based on specific unit needs – every other weekend and holiday requirement.
• Education: Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required).
• 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

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.