LPN, Trauma Care — Evening/Night Shift + Sign-On

UPMC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Union position

Job summary

UPMC Altoona is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support the T11 Trauma unit on evening and night shifts with a 0.9 FTE and rotating weekends/holidays. The unit features a 44-bed mix of orthopedic, trauma, neurological, and medical-surgical patients.

Starting pay is $22.12/hour with a $1.60 shift differential; generous sign-on bonuses are available. Applicants must hold PA LPN licensure (temporary permit acceptable) and CPR/BLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Must have a temporary permit or a valid license as a practical nurse in the State of Pennsylvania.
• Must successfully pass the Altoona Hospital pharmacology challenge exam.
• Must maintain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for meals and nourishment; assist with feeding including tube feedings.
• Assist with daily living activities and patient positioning; transport and escort patients as needed.
• Monitor and document patient condition; observe for changes and report to RN.

Skills

LPN

CPR certification

BLS

Education

PA LPN license or temporary permit

Job description

UPMC Altoona is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support the T11 Trauma unit on evening and night shifts with a 0.9 FTE and rotating weekends/holidays. The unit features a 44-bed mix of orthopedic, trauma, neurological, and medical-surgical patients.

Starting pay is $22.12/hour with a $1.60 shift differential; generous sign-on bonuses are available. Applicants must hold PA LPN licensure (temporary permit acceptable) and CPR/BLS certifications.