Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – UPMC Senior Communities Travel Program (Full-Time, Part-time, Casual)
Job ID: 240000TD
Status:
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Shift:
Facility: UPMC Senior Communities
Department:
Location: 3600 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Union Position: no
Salary Range: $ 0.0-0.0 USD
Join our UPMC Travel Program!
Enjoy the benefits of being a UPMC employee while also traveling to different local buildings.
The senior community travel LPN is a member of this unique internal program that supports the UPMC Senior Community Buildings.
We can offer the following:
- 6-week scheduling assignments
- Flexible scheduling
- Twelve-hour shifts
- Tuition Assistance
- Competitive Compensation package with off-shift differentials
- Free onsite parking
Locations: Allegheny & Butler County
Rates (non-negotiable)
- $28.12
Sign-On Bonus for Full-time & Part-time
Differentials:
- Off-shift Rate Differential: $2.00
- Weekend Regular Rate Differential: $2.00
- Weekend Off shift Rate Differential $3.00
Sign-on Bonus:
- Full-time – $7,500 with a 2-year commitment
- Part-Time – $3,750 with a 2-year commitment
- Casual – Not available
Purpose:
The Senior Community Travel Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) work under the direction of a registered nurse, provide routine patient care within the scope of the Practical Nurse Act of Pennsylvania. The Senior Community Travel Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) will be utilized to fill shifts in all UPMC Senior Community Buildings that have units of high need. Senior Community Travel Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) must be willing to work at all UPMC Senior Community Buildings and accept regular rotational assignments as determined by a Senior Community Travel Program team supervisor. The Senior Community Travel Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) will not be required to be on call, otherwise chosen by the participant and approved by the Unit Director and Senior Community Program team supervisor. Off shift coverage may be required in facilities that have extended need for shift coverage.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the RN and interdisciplinary team in evaluating, planning, and implementing plans of care.
- Provide appropriate, direct patient care.
- Give injections, take vital signs, perform basic diagnostic tests, observe patients, dress wounds and administer medication.
- Comply with established medication use policies. Observe and record patient’s symptoms, condition, and/or reactions to medications and treatments and report results to the RN in charge.
- Communicate effectively with patients and families about hospital stay and home care concerns. Instruct and demonstrate care. Discuss any patient or family concerns with RN in charge so that issue can be appropriately addressed.
- Perform assigned work in a timely and productive manner.
- Strictly adhere to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital-related information.
- Comply with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
- Assure equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.
- Establish appropriate and effective communication strategies.
- Establish professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.
- Participate in health care conferences.
- Contribute to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
- Maintain current CPR certification at Health Care Provider level.
- Constructively receive feedback and direction.
- Identify and communicate learning needs to the unit director.
- Take action to improve knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback or on self-identified developmental needs.
- Serve as a resource for staff and other disciplines.
- Serve as a preceptor for new staff members.
- Request assistance and reviews relevant policies and procedures prior to performing new or challenging skills.
- Request assistance to help in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participate in self-review as requested by unit director.
- Participate in project and committee work.
- Suggest and support changes within the department.
- Assume responsibility for assignment and view problems as challenges.
- Demonstrate awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.
Qualifications:
- Completion of a Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.
- Excellent communication skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, family members, visitors and staff members.
- Basic computer skills necessary to input patient care orders and medical record documentation.
- Senior Community Travel Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) must agree to be available to work 72 hours in a bi-weekly pay period and will follow the scheduling requirements of the UPMC Senior Community Buildings facility assigned.
- Minimum of 1 year of current LPN experience that demonstrates advanced knowledge in the skilled nursing setting REQUIRED.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Assure equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.
- Establish appropriate and effective communication strategies.
- Establish professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.
- Participate in health care conferences.
- Contribute to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
- OAPSA (Older Adults Protective Services) clearance
- Act 34
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Clyde C.
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⦁ 2017: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Muncy
⦁ 2021: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Muncy
⦁ 2022: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse II – UPMC Muncy
⦁ 2022-present: Professional Staff Nurse, Expert – UPMC Muncy
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Michelle’s Career Journey:
⦁ 2019: Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2020: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2021: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2021: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2022: Sr. Professional Staff Nurse II, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian
⦁ 2023: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN, Expert – UPMC Presbyterian
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Jouli’s Career Journey:
⦁ 2020: Staff Nurse – UPMC Mercy
⦁ 2020: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Mercy
⦁ 2021: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Mercy
⦁ 2022: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN, Casual – UPMC Mercy
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Keshon’s Career Journey:
⦁ 2020: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
⦁ 2020: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside
⦁ 2020: Staff Nurse – UPMC McKeesport
⦁ 2020: Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC McKeesport
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⦁ 2022: Administrator On Duty – UPMC McKeesport
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Work-Life Balance
Finding the ideal balance to manage the important elements in your life.
Development & Opportunities
Enhancing your career through continued learning opportunities and/or advancement.
Compensation
Receiving competitive pay for the work that you do – base pay, merit, and premium pay.
Performance & Recognition
Rewarding performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC.
Benefits
Providing assistance and security to meet the current and future needs of you and your family.
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- 96,000+ employees
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