LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - NEW Advanced Acute Care Medical Unit

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Shift differentials (evening/night)

Full benefits starting day one

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a full-time Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Geisinger Medical Center with a $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates and up to $40,000 in financial support to become a Registered Nurse (RN). Evening, night, and weekend shift differentials up to $5 are available.

The unit is a Magnet-recognized, High Reliability Organization with patient-centered care. The role involves nursing care on a modern 20-bed Adult Acute Care unit, collaboration with an

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in good standing
• Experience providing direct patient care
• Ability to collaborate with physicians and staff
• Ability to follow policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Contributes data to assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care
• Promotes patient/family safety and satisfaction
• Provides direct patient care including treatments and medications
• Coordinates care with interdisciplinary team and supports discharge planning

Skills

LPN license

Patient care

Team collaboration

Care planning

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

Job description

Location: Geisinger Medical Center (GMC)

Shift: Nights (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Worker Type: Regular

Exemption Status: No

Job Summary

Geisinger is proud to offer a full time Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) a $10,000 sign on bonus for eligible candidates as well as up to $40,000 in financial support to become a RN! Marketing leading hiring rates and up to $5 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts! Join the Geisinger Family!

Job Duties

• Contributes data to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Promotes adaptive responses of patient/family to achieve the highest level of patient care, promote safety, and maximize patient satisfaction.
• Exhibits compassionate care during patientnurse interactions.
• Coordinates patient care and interaction of staff.
• Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in their assigned unit 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, family needs 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 upon patient response to interventions.
• Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members and takes action to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
• Participates in unit-based decision‑making regarding the utilization of evidence-based practice.
• Provides input to the manager for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.
• Precepts and mentors' new staff and students in a professional, positive manner as assigned.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.
• The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
• Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Schedule Details

full time, 36 hours per week, days shift (7p-7a), every other weekend and every other holiday. Offer self‑scheduling to allow for flexible schedule.

Unit Description

We're excited to share opportunities on our newly renovated, state-of-the-art adult Advanced Acute Care Medical Unit (BP2) —designed to deliver compassionate, culturally sensitive, and clinically excellent care to a diverse adult patient population. This modern 20-bed unit features private rooms equipped with the latest technology to support both exceptional patient care and staff efficiency.

You’ll be supported by a visible and engaged leadership team, including our Operations Manager, Clinical Team Coordinator, and Nurse Educator, who are committed to your growth and success. We foster a strong culture of safety, best practices, Just Culture, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Our embedded support services include:

• Case Managers & Social Workers
• Physical & Occupational Therapy
• Vascular Access & Lift Teams
• Transport Team
• Wound/Ostomy Nurse Support
• Security Staff
• Spiritual Care Team
• Nursing Education

As part of a Magnet-recognized and High Reliability Organization culture, we offer a wide range of professional development opportunities, such as:

• Career Enhancement Program (CEP)
• Shared Governance & Unit Practice Councils
• Leadership Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement

Come be part of a team where your voice is heard, your growth is supported, and your impact is valued. We can’t wait to meet you!

Benefits of working at Geisinger

• Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
• The ability to work under a Temporary Practice Permit until you take NCLEX
• Shared governance structure that empowers our nurses
• Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
• Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated nursing leaders
• Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups
• Employee referral incentive program
• Education: Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Nursing (Required)
• Experience: Certification(s) and License(s): Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing BodyDefault Issuing Body, Licensed Practical Nurse - Default Issuing BodyDefault Issuing Body
• Skills: Clinical Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Organizing, Preceptor Skills, Teamwork

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES

• Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
• We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
• Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Geisinger is committed to making better health easier for the more than 1 million people it serves.

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes nine hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,600 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually.

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and benefits for domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

For more information, visit www.geisinger.org, or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

* Does not qualify for J-1 waiver. We are an Affined 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 their protected veteran status.