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UPMC Somerset is looking for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join the Acute Care units! If you are searching for a fast-paced, exciting career that allows you to experience a variety of different fields, Acute Care could be for you! UPMC Somerset's Acute Care is made up of the Cardiology Medicine Unit & Surgical Acute Care unit. These positions work rotating shifts including holidays and weekends. The Acute Care departments are truly a team! Employees are cross trained to function on both units and will float as needed.

UPMC is excited to offer a generous Sign-on Bonus to eligible Nurses! Whether you're a recent graduate looking to launch your nursing career, or a seasoned LPN seeking a change, now is your moment to find your place at UPMC!

• Graduate Nurses can be awarded up to $10,000 with a 2-year work commitment

• Experienced Nurses (1+ years of experience) can be awarded up to $12,500 with a 2-year work commitment

Responsibilities:

• Prioritizes patient problems through critical thinking, distinguishing significant from non-significant deviations from normal and urgent from non-urgent needs.

• Assists in developing, implementing, and maintaining individualized patient care plans.

• Administers medications and performs treatments/procedures following the five rights of medication administration and medical plan protocols.

• Initiates and manages peripheral IV administration and maintenance fluid administration within state regulations and hospital standards.

• Conducts patient and family education under RN supervision.

• Applies standards of care effectively to ensure efficient patient care delivery.

• Maintains competency in routine nursing procedures.

• Cultivates a positive work environment by fostering constructive communication and relationships.

• Engages in formal and informal staff development activities within and outside the nursing unit.

• Identifies opportunities to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce care costs.

• Completion of a Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.

• Basic Arrhythmia Course upon hire or within 6 months required

• One year general medical/surgical (acute care) experience in an acute care setting preferred

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Successful completion of an approved pharmacology course prior to hire

• Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire or completed within one month of hire

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran