LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse, Pediatrics

Elderwood • Aliquippa, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Pediatric LPN providing day-shift nursing care to medically fragile and technology-dependent children at Pediatric Specialty Care at Hopewell in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. Children may require tracheostomy or ventilator support and G-tube feeding. The role supports their daily care, therapy, school, activities, and progress, while monitoring for changes and responding to medical needs as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The position is full-time, with three 12-hour shifts per week from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and work every other or third weekend. New LPNs receive more than three weeks of hands-on clinical training with experienced pediatric nurses after general orientation, before working independently. Pediatric, trach/vent, and long-term care experience is welcome but not required. The role requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, and intermediate or higher English-language proficiency for reading, writing, speaking, and understanding.

Requirements

• Active Pennsylvania LPN license, or a compact license/eligibility.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Dependable, detail-focused, and calm under pressure.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric experience.
• Tracheostomy or ventilator experience.
• Long-term care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to medically complex and technology-dependent children.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and on time, including G-tube feedings and tracheostomy care.
• Closely monitor each child and promptly report changes to the RN.
• Respond to emergencies with the team, including airway and respiratory events.
• Document accurately and follow each child's individualized care plan.
• Support daily routines, activities, and communication with families.

Benefits

• More than three weeks of hands-on clinical training with experienced pediatric nurses before working independently.
• On-site support from RNs, respiratory therapists, rehabilitation staff, and physicians.
• Three 12-hour shifts per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed