LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - New Acute Care Unit

Azza HealthCare Agency; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks an Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver compassionate patient care in a hospital setting. You will coordinate treatment plans and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support positive patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes safety, professional growth, and a supportive work environment, with opportunities for mentorship and ongoing development within a clinical care team.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing.
• Clinical environment safety and quality are essential.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and compassionate care skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient data and contribute to care planning within scope of practice.
• Provide direct care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic procedures.
• Support patient and family education, discharge planning, and holistic needs.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust care as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Mentor new staff and participate in unit-based decisions.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing

Job description

Role:

Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) responsible for delivering compassionate patient care, coordinating treatment plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities Include

• Assessing patient data and contributing to care planning within scope of practice.
• Providing direct care such as treatments, medications, and diagnostic procedures.
• Reinforcing patient and family education, discharge planning, and addressing holistic needs.
• Evaluating patient responses and adjusting care as needed.
• Collaborating with physicians and staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Mentoring new staff and participating in unit-based decision-making.

Qualifications And Skills

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing.
• Ability to work in a clinical environment with a focus on safety and quality.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and compassionate care skills.

Additional Details:

The role involves working in a hospital setting, with shifts from 7 am to 7:30 pm, including every other weekend and holiday. The position offers professional growth opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive work environment emphasizing safety, diversity, and excellence.