Licensed Practical Nurse

UPMC Susquehanna RHC Port Allegany is currently hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This is a full-time position working 8 : 30am to 5 : 00pm Monday to Friday, with no weekends or major holiday commitments. If you are an LPN looking for a consistent schedule, competitive pay, & excellent benefits all while working alongside a team of exceptional healthcare professionals, this is the opportunity you've been searching for! Apply today and join us in our mission to provide _Life Changing Medicine_ .

• Sign-on Bonus! :
• This position is currently eligible for a generous sign-on bonus! Whether you are a recent graduate looking to launch your career, or an experienced LPN looking for something new, there has never been a better time to join UPMC!
• Sign-On Bonus Details :
• $5,000
• 2yr Commitment | Less than 1-year exp. (including new grads)
• $7,500
• 2yr Commitment | More than 1-year exp.
• Responsibilities :
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies / behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Administer medications including oral, SQ, IM and IV drip.
• Assess patient's general condition and take vital signs and weight.
• Assist physicians with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
• Comply with all policies and procedures.
• Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health).
• Document all activities / interventions, patient / family responses, medication dispensed / prescribed, etc., in the medical record.
• Draw blood.
• Maintain strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.
• Perform IV therapy under direction of Registered Nurse.
• Promote wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician advice / instructions.

Graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing. One-year clinical experience preferred.

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire