Senior Licensed Practical Nurse - WEEKEND PROGRAM OPTION - LZ M2 Acute Care - Lititz

UPMC; Kissel Hill (PA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the health-care team, applying sound nursing judgment and the guidelines set forth for LPN practice. The role includes planning, implementing, and evaluating care, with IV therapy responsibilities under supervision.

Strong collaboration with RNs and providers is required to maintain high-quality patient care. The Senior LPN may mentor staff, pursue approved certifications, and contribute to ongoing improvements in patient outcomes within a

Qualifications

• LPN licensed and able to provide IV therapy.
• Ability to participate in planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
• Demonstrates sound nursing judgment based on preparation and experience.

Responsibilities

• The LPN participates in planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment.
• Communicates with the care team when patient needs exceed the LPN scope or knowledge.
• Provides teaching to patients and families and supports orientation of new staff.
• Collaborates with the health care team to improve patient outcomes and maintains patient safety.

Skills

Nursing judgment

Collaboration

Compentency in nursing care

IV therapy

Education

LPN License

Tools

IV therapy

Job description

Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on experience and education.

Act as a member of the health-care team by exercising sound nursing judgment based on preparation, knowledge, experience in nursing and competency and able to provide care and IV therapy following UPMC LPN Practice Guidelines and policies, and the State Board Regulations. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment in settings where nursing takes place under the direction of a Registered Nurse or other licensed UPMC provider. A senior LPN is responsible for selecting and completing 1 contribution annually that will assist in improving patient care OR must have and maintain a UPMC approved certification. The role of the Senior LPN encompasses partnership, and collaboration with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• The LPN is licensed to function as a member of the health-care team by exercising sound nursing judgment based on preparation, knowledge, experience in nursing and competency. The LPN participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment in settings where nursing takes place.
• An LPN shall communicate with a licensed professional nurse and the patient’s health care team members to seek guidance when: The patient’s care needs exceed the licensed practical nursing scope of practice.
• The patient’s care needs surpass the LPN’s knowledge, skill or ability.
• The patient’s condition deteriorates or there is a significant change in condition, the patient is not responding to therapy, the patient becomes unstable or the patient needs immediate assistance.
• An LPN shall obtain instruction and supervision if implementing new or unfamiliar nursing practices or procedures. An LPN shall follow the written, established policies and procedures of UPMC, UPMC LPN Practice Guidelines and the State Practice Act.
• Acts within the LPN Practice guidelines including IVs and within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment. Formulates daily goals and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner. Communicates the patient's condition to other care providers. Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers.
• Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction of the patient experience in daily work. Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families and colleagues. Actively participates in unit activities and willing to provide assistance to care team members.
• Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode of care as well as transition to another level of care and/or home. Demonstrates a passion for developing others by supporting the orientation and developing new LPNs and patient care support staff. Regularly seeks feedback on performance and applies continuous professional improvement. Supports continuous learning in the clinical areas by participating in organizational and system programs.
• Identifies opportunities for clinical quality as well as workplace improvement. Seeks and participates in opportunities to assist in identification process improvement opportunities to improve patient care. Partners and collaborates with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
• Demonstrates an understanding of cultural differences and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships. Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life. Models safe work hours, time management and healthy lifestyle. Communicates with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace.