LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Advanced Acute Care

Azza HealthCare Agency; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks an Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient-centered care within an inpatient setting, participating in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.

The role involves collaborating with physicians and the care team, educating patients and families, and supporting discharge planning while mentoring staff in a diverse, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from a specialty nursing program and meet scope of practice standards.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and compassionate care skills are essential.
• Ability to work in a clinical environment and adhere to policies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care, including treatments, medications, and diagnostics.
• Assess and address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Reinforce patient and family education, discharge planning, and support during hospitalization.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and contribute to evidence-based practice decisions.
• Mentor and precept new staff and students to promote professional development.
• Participate in unit-based decisions and provide input for care team performance evaluations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

LPN program

Job description

Role Overview: The Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides compassionate, patient-centered care by contributing to assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care, including treatments, medications, and diagnostic procedures in accordance with policies.
• Assess and address physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Reinforce patient and family education, discharge planning, and support throughout hospitalization.
• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and ancillary staff to coordinate care and resolve patient needs.
• Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and contribute to evidence-based practice decisions.
• Mentor and precept new staff and students, promoting professional development.
• Participate in unit-based decisions and provide input for care team performance evaluations.

Qualifications & Skills:

Must graduate from a specialty training program in nursing and meet scope of practice standards. Strong communication, teamwork, and compassionate care skills are essential. Ability to work in a clinical environment and adhere to all policies is required.

Benefits & Opportunities:

Offers full benefits starting on day one, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and professional growth opportunities. Emphasizes a collaborative, diverse, and secure work environment with supportive leadership and community involvement.