LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse- Advanced Acute Care Orthopedic Trauma Unit

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Geisinger is hiring an Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide comprehensive patient care. This role offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus, financial support to become a Registered Nurse, and a generous benefits package from the first day, including health, dental, and vision insurance.

Join a supportive environment where you will contribute to patient well-being and professional development, all while working in a team-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a nursing specialty training program or a Bachelor’s in Nursing is required.
• Basic Life Support Certification is mandatory.
• Must hold a valid Registered Nurse license in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Contribute data to assessments based on scope of practice.
• Address the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients.
• Provide direct patient care including treatments and medications.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Interpersonal communication

Organizing

Preceptor skills

Teamwork

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree-Nursing

Job description

Location & Shift

Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV), Days shift, 7 AM - 7 PM, every other weekend and holiday requirements, 36 weekly hours, Regular Employee.

Job Summary

Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position with $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates and up to $40,000 financial support to become an RN, plus up to $5 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 on patient response.
• Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and interdisciplinary team members to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
• Participates in unit-based decision-making regarding utilization of evidence-based practice.
• Provides input to manager for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.
• Precepts and mentors new staff and students in a professional, positive manner as assigned.
• Accounts for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Nursing (Required) or Bachelor’s Degree‑Nursing (Preferred).
• Certified with Basic Life Support Certification.
• Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania).
• Clinical skills, communication, interpersonal communication, organizing, preceptor skills, teamwork.

Benefits

• Full benefits (health, dental, vision) starting day one, with three medical plan choices including expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents.
• Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly.
• Up to $5,000 tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentive.
• Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): referrals for childcare, eldercare, pet care; free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools.
• Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance.
• Temporary Practice Permit to work until NCLEX.
• Strongline Alert Notification system, camera surveillance, metal detectors, security guards, K9 program on campus for safety.

EEO Statement

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.