LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Cardiac Special Care Unit

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company contributions

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year

Generous paid time off plan

Job summary

Geisinger is looking for a Full-time Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the Geisinger Community Medical Center in Pennsylvania. The role includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus and up to $40,000 financial support for RN transition.

The LPN will provide direct patient care, coordinate care with staff, assess and evaluate patient responses, and participate in decision-making regarding evidence-based practice. Full benefits begin on day one, including health, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program-Nursing is required.
• A valid Licensed Practical Nurse license is mandatory.
• Basic Life Support Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Promote safety and satisfaction in patient care.
• Coordinate patient care involving staff interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate from a Specialty Training Program-Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse license

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Location

Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC), Pennsylvania, USA

Shift

Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, every other weekend and holiday)

Hours

36 scheduled weekly hours

Job Type

Regular, Exempt

Job Summary

Full‑time Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) offering a $10,000 sign‑on bonus and up to $40,000 financial support to become an RN.

Responsibilities

• Contribute data to assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Promote adaptive responses of patient/family to achieve the highest level of care, safety, and satisfaction.
• Exhibit compassionate care during patient‑nurse interactions.
• Coordinate patient care and interaction of staff.
• Provide direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies as per policy and procedure.
• Evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and plan of care based on patient response.
• Initiate collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and interdisciplinary team members to resolve patient needs.
• Participate in unit‑based decision‑making regarding evidence‑based practice.
• Precept and mentor new staff and students.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program‑Nursing (required).
• Licensed Practical Nurse license (default issuing body).
• Basic Life Support Certification (default issuing body).
• Cardiac experience preferred; willingness to learn and grow in cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgical unit.
• Strong interest in intermediate nursing care.
• Excellent communication, computer literacy, customer service, multitasking, and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Full benefits (health, dental, vision) starting day one.
• Three medical plan choices.
• Pre‑tax savings plans: FSA, HSA.
• Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Generous paid time off plan.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program.
• Family‑friendly support (adoption, fertility assistance, parental and military leave).
• Care.com membership for discounted backup care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) covering childcare, eldercare, pet care, legal guidance, mental health, and work‑life support.
• Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet and legal insurance.
• Temporary Practice Permit until NCLEX.

EEO Statement

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