LPN- Experienced Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (Geisinger South Wilkes Barre, Wilkes Barre)

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking compassionate and skilled nursing professionals to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing direct patient care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring the highest level of patient satisfaction. With a strong emphasis on professional development, the position offers opportunities for mentorship and participation in evidence-based practice. The organization is renowned for its commitment to quality patient care and provides a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient lives and are looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Must have a Registered Nurse License and relevant nursing degree.
• Experience in patient care and ability to work in a clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including treatments and medications.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
• Mentor new staff and contribute to performance appraisals.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Nursing Interventions

Patient Education

Education

Registered Nurse License

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

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) anda 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 you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your 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 your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Job Description:

• 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. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

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 the qualifications to provide care for patients in their assigned unit.

Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now! To learn more about Geisinger opportunities, please contact Tiffany Nino at [e-mail].

Geisinger South Wilkes Barre (partner campus of GWV) is proud to receive ANCC Magnet Recognition, the highest and most prestigious distinction a health care organization can receive for nursing practice and quality patient care.