Sr. Licensed Practical Nurse - Total Joint & Spine Unit - Weekend Program

UPMC•Williamsport, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Williamsport is seeking a full-time, experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Total Joint & Spine Unit. This weekend role covers 48 weekends per year, working 24 hours each weekend (2:45 AM – 3:15 PM), including every other holiday. At UPMC, we’re committed to supporting nurses—financially, personally, and professionally—from day one. Whether you’re launching your career or ready to take the next step, you’ll find the resources, support, and opportunities to thrive. TJU is our primary surgical unit. The unit primarily specializes in orthopedic surgeries. We have a robust Total Joint Program with several of our nurses receiving Total Joint Nurse Certifications. In addition the unit accepts all other post operative cases and provides care to those patients until they can be sent to inpatient/outpatient rehab or home with post surgical resources. If you’re an experienced LPN ready to make an impact in orthopedic care, we want you on our team!

Requirements

Successful completion and graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.
2 years of experience required.
Successful completion of an IV therapy curriculum required within 4 months of hire/transfer. Must commit to obtain within 4 months of hire/transfer within 30 days of start. If graduated in 2012 to present day, IV therapy curriculum is included in the PA State Board Approved Programs. If graduated prior to 2012, the LPN will need to provide official proof of completion of IV therapy approved program.
Must take nurse assignment at the top of LPN license in a med/surg/tele or Emergency Department setting. Must select and complete 2 contributions annually that will assist in improving patient care OR must have and maintain a UPMC approved certification and also select and complete 1 contribution.
The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.
They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
Ability to identify process improvement opportunities to improve patient care and encompasses collaboration with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Participates in the development, revision and implementation of policies and procedures designed to insure comfort and safety of patients in collaboration with other health care personnel. Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
Computer skills required to utilize the electronic health record.
LPN must maintain state licensure where they are practicing or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located. If graduated prior to 2012, the LPN will need to provide official proof of completion of IV therapy approved program within 4 months of hire/transfer. Basic Life Support OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.Must select and complete 2 contributions annually that will assist in improving patient care OR must have and maintain a UPMC approved certification and also select and complete 1 contribution.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

Responsibilities

Deliver patient care as a licensed LPN using sound judgment, knowledge, experience, and competency within scope of practice.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care with a focus on individualized, holistic patient needs.
Collaborate and communicate with RNs and healthcare team members when patient needs exceed LPN scope, condition changes, or new procedures are required.
Follow UPMC policies, LPN Practice Guidelines, and State Practice Act, including IV therapy and Relationship-Based Care principles.
Document patient care thoroughly to promote communication and continuity among caregivers.
Educate and guide patients and families through their care and transitions to other levels of care or home.
Support professional development by mentoring new staff, seeking feedback, and engaging in continuous learning.
Participate in unit and system initiatives to improve patient safety, quality, and overall patient experience.
Foster a compassionate, culturally aware environment while maintaining professional relationships and work-life balance.
Identify and report safety hazards, contribute to process improvements, and perform other duties as assigned.