Licensed Practical Nurse - Orthopedics Center
Position Overview
A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides skilled nursing care tasks and procedures under the direction of an RN, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, physician, or other authorized health care provider. Primary Department, Division, Or Unit: UHS Orthopedics Norwich Primary
About the Role
Primary Department, Division, Or Unit: UHS Orthopedics Norwich Primary
Compensation
Compensation Range: $21.80 - $32.60 per hour, depending on experience
Benefits
Sign-on Incentive: Experienced candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $7,500. Early-career candidates may qualify for up to $12,500 in tuition forgiveness.
Education/Experience
Minimum Required: Graduated an accredited school of Practical Nursing
License/Certification: Minimum Required: Current New York State Practical Nurse License, a Limited Permit, or ability to practice within the 90 day grace period allowed by New York State guidelines
Basic Skills
Preferred: Basic Skills Certifications (CPR)
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
A Culture of Connection: We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration.
Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family
We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best.
Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security
From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards.
When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You
We offer access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties.
At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.