LPN, Wilkes-Barre Rehab Hospital (PT, Days)

About the role

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse administers direct nursing care to patients and performs a variety of indirect patient care duties. The role requires the ability to provide care appropriate to patients ranging from adolescent through geriatric, applying knowledge of growth and development across the life span.

Responsibilities

• Administer direct nursing care to patients
• Perform a variety of indirect patient care duties
• Assess patient status and interpret information to identify care requirements
• Provide care as outlined in the Nursing Department's policies and procedures

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program required
• A pharmacology course of at least forty-five hours must be included in the basic education curriculum or attended post graduation

Work Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years med-surg or rehabilitation experience required

Special Employment Requirements

• Current licensure as a Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required
• CPR certification must be obtained and maintained
• Clearances required:
  • PA State Police criminal history check
  • PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse Central Register (Childline)
  • PA Department of Human Services FBI fingerprint clearance
  • PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable)

Physical Demands

• Medium work: duties require exerting 25-50 lbs. of force occasionally (approx. 10-33% of shift) and/or 10-25 lbs. of force frequently (approx. 33-66% of shift)
• Position involves bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting (occasionally in strained positions) throughout shift
• Position requires ability to transport self throughout facility

Accident or Health Hazards

• Exposure to blood and body substances
• Exposure to needle sticks possible

Working Conditions

• Works in a well-lit nursing unit, which includes: nurse’s station, patient rooms, treatment areas, etc.