LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Department

Geisinger•Muncy, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is proud to offer an Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) a $10,000 sign on bonus for eligible candidates as well as up to $40,000 in financial support to become a RN! Up to $5 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts! Contributes data to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Promotes adaptive responses of patient/family to achieve the highest level of patient care, promote safety, and maximize patient satisfaction. Exhibits compassionate care during patient-nurse interactions. Coordinates patient care and interaction of staff. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in their assigned unit.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months
Clinical Skills
Patient Safety
Teamwork

Nice To Haves

Graduate from Specialty Training Program
Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience

Responsibilities

Contributes data to assessments as established by scope of practice and unit standards.
Addresses physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient and family throughout the continuum of care.
Reinforces patient and family education, family needs and discharge planning throughout hospitalization.
Provides direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies according to policy and procedure.
Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions and plan of care based upon patient response to interventions.
Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members and takes action to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
Participates in unit-based decision-making regarding the utilization of evidence based practice.
Provides input to the manager for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.
Precepts and mentors new staff and students in a professional, positive manner as assigned.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
The ability to work under a Temporary Practice Permit until you take NCLEX
Shared governance structure that empowers our nurses
Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated nursing leaders
Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups
Employee referral incentive program
Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and benefits for domestic partners.