Night Program LPN - Trauma Care Team

UPMC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night program pay increase

Sign-on bonus up to $12,500

Job summary

UPMC Altoona is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to support the T11 Trauma unit on night shifts. 0.9 FTE with a 36-hour week and night differential includes a $2/hour bonus plus a $1.60 off-shift differential. Starting pay is $22.12/hour with a sign-on bonus up to $12,500 for experienced nurses.

We are a 44-bed unit focused on orthopedic, trauma, and neuro conditions, offering a collaborative team environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have temporary permit or a PA LPN license.
• Must successfully pass Altoona Hospital pharmacology challenge exam.
• CPR certification required (BLS/CPR).
• LPNs graduating outside PA or PA grads before Aug 25, 2012 with no PA IV course must complete online module and in-person course within 4 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for meals; assist with feeding.
• Clean and sterilize instruments; assist with supply management.
• Assist with bathing, turning, position changes, and ambulation.
• Monitor patients and document changes per unit policy.
• Administer medications under RN supervision following policy.
• Assist with admissions, orientation, transfers, and discharges.

Education

Temporary permit or PA LPN license

CPR certification

PA LPN IV course module (if required)

Job description

UPMC Altoona is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to support the T11 Trauma unit on night shifts. 0.9 FTE with a 36-hour week and night differential includes a $2/hour bonus plus a $1.60 off-shift differential. Starting pay is $22.12/hour with a sign-on bonus up to $12,500 for experienced nurses.

We are a 44-bed unit focused on orthopedic, trauma, and neuro conditions, offering a collaborative team environment and opportunities for professional growth.