Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - FT Days | Wilkes-Barre Specialty

Job Summary

We Offer The Following To All Our Full-time Employees:

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with plan options to choose from
• Rx plans
• Employee Assistance programs
• Group legal assistance/Identify Theft Protection/Home and Auto Insurance/Pet Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance

Responsibilities

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for providing appropriate nursing care, as directed by an RN on the nursing unit. Functions include gathering and reporting data, carrying out orders, and performing therapeutic procedures on patients in an age and population-appropriate manner, consistent with the policies, procedures, and guidelines of PAM Health. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Holds current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) in the state where the hospital resides, or compact licensure if state participates.
• Current BLS certification required. BLS certification must be AHA approved within 90 days of employment.
• Current IV Certification within 90 days of employment, if required per state regulations.

Qualifications

• One year of inpatient medical-surgical nursing experience preferred but not required.

Skills

• Age and population-appropriate nursing care
• Order following
• Data gathering and reporting
• Therapeutic procedures

Benefits

• Up to $3,000 per employee referred referral bonus

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position.