LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics
About The Position
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PediatricsPediatric Specialty Care at Lancaster Build Real Pediatric Expertise. Make Every Shift Count. At Pediatric Specialty Care at Lancaster, our LPNs are not task-based nurses - they are essential members of a specialized pediatric team caring for medically complex, technology-dependent children. For more than 20 years, PSC has provided high-acuity, long-term pediatric care in a structured, interdisciplinary setting. Many of the children in our Lancaster center rely on ventilators, feeding tubes, specialized medication regimens, and coordinated rehabilitative support.This is pediatric nursing with depth, purpose, and continuity. If you are an LPN who wants to grow clinically while building meaningful relationships with children and families, this is where you belong. Why LPNs Choose PSC Lancaster Specialized Pediatric FocusGain hands-on experience caring for children with complex medical and developmental needs in a supportive, pediatric-centered environment. Structured Clinical TrainingAfter general orientation, every new LPN completes more than three weeks of hands-on training with experienced pediatric nurses before practicing independently. Continuity of CareYou won’t rotate through short stays. You’ll build long-term relationships and see measurable progress over time. Collaborative Team ModelWork alongside RNs, Respiratory Therapists, therapists, physicians, and child-life professionals in a coordinated care environment. Professional GrowthExpand your pediatric skill set, strengthen clinical judgment, and gain experience rarely available outside hospital settings. A Mission-Driven CultureAt PSC Lancaster, compassion, dignity, and developmental growth guide every decision we make. What You’ll Do Deliver direct nursing care with compassion, precision, and professionalism. Administer medications and treatments using the 5 rights of administration. Monitor, document, and communicate changes in condition to the RN and broader care team. Support individualized care plans and contribute to ongoing assessments. Serve as a mentor and resource to Nursing Technicians and support staff. Foster a safe, nurturing environment where each child feels seen, supported, and empowered. Who Will Love This Role Clinicians who prefer the rhythm of 12-hour shifts, allowing for deeper continuity of care and more meaningful time with each child. LPNs who thrive in a pediatric environment where care is both medically complex and deeply personal. Professionals who value teamwork, collaboration, and a mission-first mindset. Nurses looking to grow their skills in a supportive, innovative care setting. Those who find joy in celebrating the big and small milestones of a child’s journey. Join a team where your skills matter...and your heart matters even more.Apply today and help us make every moment count at PSC.
Requirements
- Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse with a current state license in good standing for the state in which work is performed
- Valid, current BLS/CPR and First Aid certification
- Must be at last 21 years of age
- Meets the qualifications of a Child Care Supervisor as described in 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3800
- This position requireExceptional, structured training: You will be supported from day one. After General Orientation, every new LPN receives over three weeks of hands-on, clinical training with experienced pediatric nurses before working independently on the floor.
- this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
Nice To Haves
- Training and work experience in a pediatric setting preferred
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct nursing care with compassion, precision, and professionalism.
- Administer medications and treatments using the 5 rights of administration.
- Monitor, document, and communicate changes in condition to the RN and broader care team.
- Support individualized care plans and contribute to ongoing assessments.
- Serve as a mentor and resource to Nursing Technicians and support staff.
- Foster a safe, nurturing environment where each child feels seen, supported, and empowered.
- Provide hands-on nursing care to medically complex children
- Administer medications and treatments safely using established best practices
- Monitor for changes in condition and respond appropriately
- Support individualized care plans and contribute to ongoing assessments
- Communicate changes in condition to RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members
- Collaborate with MDs/NPs/PAs regarding orders and updates
- Participate actively in change-of-shift reports to ensure seamless continuity of care
- Seek RN guidance when care needs exceed LPN scope of practice
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
- Assist with admissions, re-evaluations, and care plan updates
- Follow all safety, infection control, and medication administration standards
- Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives
- Model professionalism, integrity, and respect
- Support the development of Nursing Technicians
- Participate in ongoing education and skill development
- Help create a safe, nurturing environment for children and families
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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