LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute Care Unit

Live Well Homecare; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare is seeking a dedicated Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time role in Scranton, PA. You will provide compassionate patient care, coordinate care activities, and support interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, care plan development, med administration, education for patients and families, and collaboration with physicians.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a specialty nursing training program is required.
• Demonstrates strong communication, collaboration, and compassionate care skills.
• Ability to work in a clinical environment and meet unit standards for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to patient assessments, develop and evaluate care plans, administer treatments and medications, and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs, ensuring safety and satisfaction.
• Participate in unit-based decision-making, mentor new staff, and support discharge planning.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

Graduate nursing program

Job description

Role Overview:

This position is for a full-time Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) responsible for delivering compassionate patient care, coordinating care activities, and supporting interdisciplinary teams.

Role Overview:

This position is for a full-time Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) responsible for delivering compassionate patient care, coordinating care activities, and supporting interdisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Contribute to patient assessments, develop and evaluate care plans, administer treatments and medications, and educate patients and families. Collaborate with physicians and staff to address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs, ensuring safety and satisfaction. Participate in unit-based decision-making, mentor new staff, and support discharge planning.

Qualifications & Skills:

Graduate from a specialty nursing training program is required. Demonstrates strong communication, collaboration, and compassionate care skills. Ability to work in a clinical environment and meet unit standards for patient care.

Additional Information:

Work hours typically span early mornings to early evenings, every other weekend and holiday. The role provides opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and participation in shared governance. Candidates may work under a Temporary Practice Permit until obtaining NCLEX certification.

Benefits & Environment:

Offers comprehensive benefits from day one, including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and family support services. Emphasizes safety with security systems and a collaborative, inclusive culture promoting excellence, learning, and innovation.