Licensed Practical Nurse- Inpatient Day/Evening Shift
Edgewood Surgical Hospital · Transfer, PA · 3 mo ago
On-siteEducation$26/hrFull-time
Inpatient Job Summary/Description
This is a position for a 10 bed Inpatient Unit caring primarily for orthopedic patients. The LPN will:
- Provides direct patient care including treatments, medications, activities of daily living, post-operative pain management, managing IV lines, lab draws, and physical assessments according to policy and procedure.
- Completes assessments as established by scope of practice and unit standards.
- Makes sure patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers.
- Demonstrates critical thinking in identifying physical, psychological, social, cultural, and clinical issues for patient care.
- Initiates communication with RN and articulates the patient’s condition to other care providers and negotiates to make recommendations for changes in patient care and unit practices.
- Problem solves, troubleshoots, and takes corrective measures in the care and handling of equipment.
- Actively participates as a team member working toward team goals of the unit and organization.
Education/Certifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Pennsylvania.
- Current BLS required.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialties
- Surgery
Physical Setting
- Hospital
Standard Shift
- Day/Evening shift
Weekly Schedule
- Monday to Friday, Occasional Weekends, Occasional Holidays
Cover Letter
Contact our Director of Inpatient Services with any additional questions.
Alexis Ingro, RN
[email protected]
724-646-0400 Ext 118
License/Certification
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS Certification (Required)
- LPN (Required)
Work Location
In person