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Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Care for ill, injured, or convalescing patients or persons with disabilities in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions.

Salary Breakdown

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Average

$51,090

ANNUAL

$24.56

HOURLY

Entry Level

$38,470

ANNUAL

$18.49

HOURLY

Mid Level

$48,220

ANNUAL

$23.18

HOURLY

Expert Level

$61,250

ANNUAL

$29.45

HOURLY


Current Available & Projected Jobs

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

1,144

Current Available Jobs

41,950

Projected job openings through 2030


Sample Career Roadmap

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Job Titles

Entry Level

JOB TITLE

LPN

Mid Level

JOB TITLE

Clinical Assistant

Expert Level

JOB TITLE

Director of Clinical Services


Top Expected Tasks

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Customer and Personal Service

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Psychology

KNOWLEDGE

Medicine and Dentistry

KNOWLEDGE

Administration and Management

SKILL

Service Orientation

SKILL

Coordination

SKILL

Social Perceptiveness

SKILL

Active Listening

SKILL

Monitoring

ABILITY

Oral Comprehension

ABILITY

Oral Expression

ABILITY

Problem Sensitivity

ABILITY

Written Comprehension

ABILITY

Speech Clarity


Job Opportunities

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses

  • Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
    Sevita    Monroeville, PA 15146
     Posted about 10 hours    

    **Explore Numerous Nearby Locations for Your Convenience!**

    **Schedule an Interview First - Apply Afterwards**

    **DISCOVER CAREERS, WELL LIVED.** Our mission at Sevita is to create a world where every person has the right to live well. As a Caregiver, you’ll provide assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to help them live well in their community and environment. Each day, the connections you make and the compassion you bring make a difference in the lives of our participants. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team of clinical staff and supportive supervisors, while you grow your career.

    **Regional Licensed Practical Nurse** **/Vocational Nurse/ Nurse Case manager** **(LPN)**

    **(Daylight flex time)**

    **Hours:** Flexible Monday-Friday 8 hour days (Holidays and weekends off). _No on call rotation responsibilities. Flexibility with start times._

    **_Pay rate:_** **_Starting at $27 per hou_** **_r_** **_and Up based on experience_** _. Time in a half after 40 hours weekly_

    **_Location:_** **_Allegheny County_**

    IDD Position for Residential Group Homes

    **_Tired of bedside nursing? Looking for more flexibility? This is not your typical full-time nursing position._**

    + Candidates must be strongly self-motivated and possess excellent time management skills.

    + Daily tasks such as coordination of client discharges, intake assessments of new clients, auditing of in home medications and medication administration records, management of new medication orders and training of staff for new diagnoses or procedures.

    + The ideal candidate must possess a strong understanding of basic nursing concepts including pharmacology. They must thrive in a fast paced environment and be able to adequately manage multiple tasks within a day.

    + Great communication skills and organizational skills are a must to thrive in this position.

    + Looking for someone who can think outside of the box and a strong desire to learn and grow as a nurse.

    + A general understanding of computers such as email, excel and Microsoft word is beneficial. Knowledge of 6400 regulations are a plus, but we will train.

    + Monitor the health conditions of individuals served and ensure quality services are provided.

    + Administer medications and provide documentation as well as oversee and monitor staff members who administer medications.

    + Provide prescribed medical treatment by physician’s orders and personal care services.

    + Conduct assessments, implement health care services to be included in each Individual Service Plan (ISP), and respond to changes of condition.

    + Provide training to staff members including universal precautions, infection control, and medication administration.

    + Serve as liaison and advocate with other medical and professional service providers.

    + Provide training for individuals served with topics including self-medication, prescribed treatments, sex education/STD prevention and smoking cessation.

    **Qualifications:**

    + Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field, or a graduate of an accredited LPN program.

    + One year of experience working with population served in a nursing capacity.

    + Current state LPN or LVN License.

    + Additional certifications as required by state licensing regulations such as CPR/FA

    + Ability to effectively communicate with staff, individuals served, and families.

    + You will make a difference every day and help to provide quality of life enhancing services to the individuals we serve.

    **Why Join Us?**

    + Full-Time Flextime – Our nurses work Monday-Friday daylight 8hrs per day. Typically choosing the scheduled start and stop time. Typically, visit 1-3 houses a day, set up your own schedule amongst choose homes that are close together. Flexibility to work split shifts if it better suits the needs of the business. Fostering the opportunity to work around a family schedule. This is very hard to find as a nurse!

    + No on call rotation (again hard to find as a nurse).

    + Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 32+ hours/week.

    + 401(k) with company match.

    + Optional on-shift holiday pay. Paid time, Holidays, and weekends off.

    + Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.

    + Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

    **_We have a rewarding work environment for you – come join our team – Apply Today!_**

    At Sevita, we believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. Through home and community-based specialized care, our work changes lives and inspires growth at every turn. When you join our mission-driven team, you’ll create relationships that motivate us all to be better every day. We have a bright future and the determination to get there. Join us today — careers, well lived.

    _As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law._


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Part Time Virtual Home Health LPN-11-7p
    Penn Medicine    Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
     Posted about 11 hours    

    **Description**

    Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

    Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

    Summary:

    + The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions collaboratively within the team by observing the patient/family needs and facilitating care. The LPN provides direct nursing care to home health or hospice patients within the scope of practice for LPNs. The individual will follow the Plan of Care (POC) established by the RN and the Interdisciplinary Team for patients.

    Responsibilities:

    + Provides home health or hospice services to patients through regularly scheduled home visits. Follows established Plan of Care (POC) developed by the RN and understand the process for changing the POC according to the patient and family needs. Performs approved nursing procedures and treatments within the LPN scope of practice. Follows appropriate preventative and palliative nursing procedures according to the Nurse Practice Act for LPNs. Documents all interventions, patient/family response, and medication administered in the medical record. Maintains patient records so that problems, plans, actions, and goals are accurately and clearly stated. Completes patient notes the same day that patient is seen or shift care provided. Assists in the planning and evaluation of the nursing care for patients and their families. Reviews POC with the RN and RN Team Manager. Updates and revises the POC under the direction of the RN to address current patient and family needs. Participates in performance improvement activities as requested.

    Credentials:

    + Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)

    + BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association required.

    + Car Insurance (Required)

    + Car Insurance required

    + Driver's License (Required)

    + Valid Driver’s License requiredReliable personal vehicle required

    + Licensed Practical Nurse (Required)

    + Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey LPN licensure depending on geographic location and scope of responsibilities required.

    Education or Equivalent Experience:

    + H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)

    We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

    Live Your Life's Work

    We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

    REQNUMBER: 259819


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Full Time Home Health Resource Team LPN Southern Chester County-Days
    Penn Medicine    West Chester, PA 19381
     Posted about 11 hours    

    **Description**

    Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

    Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

    Summary:

    + The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions collaboratively within the team by observing the patient/family needs and facilitating care. The LPN provides direct nursing care to home health or hospice patients within the scope of practice for LPNs. The individual will follow the Plan of Care (POC) established by the RN and the Interdisciplinary Team for patients. This position must be able to see patients in the various geographic areas PMAH serves as determined by agency contracts.

    Responsibilities:

    + Provides home health or hospice services to patients through regularly scheduled home visits. Follows established Plan of Care (POC) developed by the RN and understand the process for changing the POC according to the patient and family needs.Performs approved nursing procedures and treatments within the LPN scope of practice. Follows appropriate preventative and palliative nursing procedures according to the Nurse Practice Act for LPNs. Documents all interventions, patient/family response, and medication administered in the medical record. Maintains patient records so that problems, plans, actions, and goals are accurately and clearly stated. Completes patient notes the same day that patient is seen or shift care provided.Assists in the planning and evaluation of the nursing care for patients and their families.Reviews POC with the RN and RN Team Manager. Updates and revises the POC under the direction of the RN to address current patient and family needs.Participates in performance improvement activities as requested.

    Credentials:

    + Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)

    + Car Insurance (Required)

    + Driver's License (Required)

    + Use of personal vehicle

    + LPN-PA

    Education or Equivalent Experience:

    + H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)

    We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

    Live Your Life's Work

    We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

    REQNUMBER: 260509


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics Queen Street & Dover
    WellSpan Health    York, PA 17405
     Posted about 22 hours    

    Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics Queen Street & Dover

    Location: WellSpan Medical Group, York, PA

    Schedule: Full Time

    Schedule

    Full Time: Monday - Friday 8:00 - 5:00 with evening and weekend rotation

    General Summary

    Performs screening to determine appropriate avenue for care of patients. Functions as a member of the health care team at an intermediate nursing level to assist in the planning and implementation of patient care based upon sound nursing judgment, clinical preparation, knowledge, skills and experience. Nursing care is provided in accordance with the provisions of the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. In addition, serves as a nursing resource for clinical staff.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Remote Work Capable

    Essential Functions:

    + Obtains patient history and gathers information.

    + Performs specialized procedures, examinations and/or tests as ordered and aligned with the Ambulatory Clinical Scope Document, such as, urinary catheterization, and insertion of intravenous lines (IV) with an approved IV certification training.

    + Ensures all patient care areas are adequately stocked with unexpired supplies and medications.

    + Sterilizes instruments, equipment, and supplies as required, when applicable. Handles and stores instruments, equipment and supplies appropriately. Assesses sterility of instruments, ensures they are intact, and supplies are set-up.

    + Relays information and facilitates communication between the provider and the patient concerning patient.

    + In collaboration with Physician/APP, reinforces health education, counseling, and advice to patients and families on topics such as healthy lifestyle changes. Effectively assesses patient educational needs, prioritizes patient's learning needs, identifies barriers to learning, and uses various educational tools to encourage the non-adherent patient.

    + Evaluates patient's/caller's health status based upon presenting symptoms and follows defined protocols. Determines the urgency for care and directs patient/caller to the most appropriate level of care. Should access not be readily available at the practice, will direct patient/caller to an acceptable alternative venue of care. Seeks Physician/APP advice appropriately.

    + Tracks, reviews, and monitors the follow-up of diagnostic test results to ensure the physician/APP have verified results and patient has been notified. Provides related education, counseling, ongoing review, and monitoring regarding diagnostic tests (i.e., INR results in Anticoagulation Clinic) under the collaboration of the Physician/APP. Assists in the management of patient care between visits.

    + Assists in the management of patient utilization of health care system and provides patient education relative to health care needs, use of community resources and responsibilities of membership in managed care.

    + Completes necessary paperwork, prior authorizations and/or scheduling of appointments for patients who are ordered diagnostic and therapeutic services.

    + Maintains patient records to ensure accurate documentation of the patient's medical treatment.

    + Adheres to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996.

    + Documents and processes prescription requests and refills per Physician/APP order and or policy.

    + FOR HBO (Hyperbaric Oxygen) Wound Care:

    + For HBO: If requested, will take a 40-hour face to face Introductory Course for Hyperbaric Medicine (recognized by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical For HBO: Society) to assist with hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment as indicated. May monitor hyperbaric dives as requested after completion of required competencies.

    + For HBO: Performs the following testing and treatments: transcutaneous oxygen monitoring testing as ordered and per appropriate policies and procedures; blood glucose monitoring as ordered and indicated by patient diagnosis; and hyperbaric treatments per the patient's treatment plan. Monitors patient during hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

    + For HBO: Educates patient and/or patient's family as to the benefits, risks, contraindications, and safety issues of hyperbaric oxygen therapy prior to treatment.

    + For HBO: Evaluates the patient outcome and meets with the manager and the hyperbaric physician to discuss patient treatment and adjust treatment as necessary.

    + For HBO: Provides assistance in Wound Center operating only within their current clinical licensing scope of practice.

    Common Expectations:

    + Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor, and staff by complying with all applicable safety regulations.

    + Comprehends the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to the reduction of errors through the reporting of actual or potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions.

    + Identifies opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety.

    + Participates in safety education programs and their root cause analyses as required.

    + Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.

    + Maintains the cleanliness of work areas as required.

    + Maintains professional growth and development, including licensure, required certifications, and mandatory child reporting education.

    + Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

    + Provides age-appropriate education and nursing care.

    + Attends meetings as required.

    Required for All Jobs:

    + Performs other related duties as identified.

    + WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.

    + WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

    Benefits Offered

    + Comprehensive health benefits

    + Flexible spending and health savings accounts

    + Retirement savings plan

    + Paid time off (PTO)

    + Short-term disability

    + Education assistance

    + Financial education and support, including DailyPay

    + Wellness and Wellbeing programs

    + Caregiver support via Wellthy

    + Childcare referral service via Wellthy

    Qualifications

    Minimum Education:

    + Diploma Program Certificate of completion (degree or diploma) from an accredited LPN program. Required or

    + Associates Degree Certificate of completion (degree or diploma) from an accredited LPN program. Required

    Work Experience:

    + 1 year Clinical nursing experience. Required

    Licenses:

    + Licensed Practical Nurse Upon Hire Required or

    + Licensed Practical Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required or

    + Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or

    + Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and

    + Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    + Excellent interpersonal/communications skills.

    + Models teamwork.

    + Self-motivated and dependable.

    + Able to work independently.

    + Advanced skills and good communication.

    Apply Now

    You’re unique and you belong here.

    At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email [email protected]. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.

    WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Licensed Practical Nurse, Casual- 4 Main Acute Care
    UPMC    Coudersport, PA 16915
     Posted about 23 hours    

    **Join Our Team at UPMC Cole!**

    We are currently seeking a dedicated LPN to join our 4 **Main Acute Care Department** . This is a **Casual position** that requires a minimum of 4 shifts per 6-week schedule. Minimum of 2 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule. Prior LPN hospital experience is preferred.

    If you are passionate about patient care and looking for a rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you!

    **Apply today and make a difference at UPMC Cole!**

    **Responsibilities:**

    + Assume responsibility for patient assignments.

    + Contribute to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.

    + Constructively receive feedback and direction.

    + Observe and record patient's symptoms, condition, and/or reactions to medications and treatments and report results to the RN in charge.

    + Provide appropriate, direct patient care. Give injections, take vital signs, perform basic diagnostic tests, observe patients, dress wounds and administer medication.

    + Establish appropriate and effective communication strategies.

    + Participate in health care conferences.

    + Take action to improve knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback or on self-identified developmental needs.

    + Suggest and support changes within the department.

    + 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.

    + Request assistance and reviews relevant policies and procedures prior to performing new or challenging skills.

    + Maintain current CPR certification at Health Care Provider level.

    + Participate in self-review as requested by direct supervisor.

    + Participate in project and committee work.

    + Assist the RN and interdisciplinary team in evaluating, planning, and implementing plans of care.

    + Serve as a preceptor for new staff members.

    + Establish professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.

    + Identify and communicate learning needs to the unit director/clinician/supervisor.

    + Perform assigned work in a timely and productive manner.

    + Comply with established medication use policies.

    + Demonstrate awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.

    + Assure equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.

    + Maintains accurate patient clinical records, executes physicians orders, and maintains accurate problem oriented nurses notes which reflect conditions, response to treatment, progress and re-assessment in accordance with accepted nursing standards.

    + Strictly adhere to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital-related information.

    + Serve as a resource for staff and other disciplines.

    + Request assistance to help in planning and prioritizing activities as needed.

    + Comply with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.

    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. 2 Years recent/relevant experience required.

    **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**

    CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Act 33 Child Clearance w Renewal. Act 34 Criminal Clearance w Renewal. Act 73 FBI Clearance. Basic Life Support OR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation. Licensed Practical Nurse license.

    + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

    + Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

    + Act 34 *Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

    **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • LPN - Med Surg
    Prime Healthcare    Philadelphia, PA 19133
     Posted 1 day    

    Overview

    Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Roxborough Memorial Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

    Roxborough Memorial Hospital is a 131-bed community hospital. The hospital has been serving the medical and health care needs of the Roxborough, Manayunk, East Falls and northwest section of Philadelphia communities for more than a century, having first opened its doors in 1890. Roxborough Memorial Hospitals School of Nursing has been educating nurses since 1898. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the nation's oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency.

    Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf

    Responsibilities

    The Licensed Vocational Nurse provides direct and indirect patient care services requiring technical and manual skills, within the scope of practice, that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care, and meets the communication needs of the patient and family; Performs under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

    Qualifications

    EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

    1. Current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. IV certification upon hire.

    Connect With Us! (https://careers-primehealthcare.icims.com/jobs/198517/lpn---med-surg/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-336024306)

    FacilityRoxborough Memorial Hospital

    LocationUS-PA-Philadelphia

    ID2025-198517

    CategoryLVN/LPN

    Position TypePart Time < 60

    ShiftDays

    Job TypeNon-Exempt


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Practice Nurse (LPN/RN) Norlanco Family Medicine (Full Time)
    Penn Medicine    Elizabethtown, PA 17022
     Posted 1 day    

    **Description**

    Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

    Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

    LOCATION: Norlanco Family Medicine - Elizabethtown, PA

    HOURS: 36 hours per week; 3 days per week hours vary between 7:30am-5:00pm; 1 afternoon/evening 12:00pm-8:30pm; 1 half day per week either 7:30am-12:00pm or 12:00pm-5:00pm; 1 Saturday per month 7:30am-12:00pm

    SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE

    Summary:

    + To provide nursing services to patients at a provider’s office. Patient care includes care to patients in following age group: pediatric infant to 12 years , adolescent 13 to 17 years , adult 18 to 64 years and geriatric over 64 years .

    + Qualified individuals must have the ability with or without reasonable accommodation to perform the following duties:

    + Provides clinical advice by phone electronic correspondence based on clinical judgments and or triage protocols in accordance with regulatory requirements and standards of practice. Consults with provider as necessary.

    + Provides patient specific education including but not limited to preventive care, chronic disease management, acute diagnosis, medications and other areas pertinent to patient outcomes.

    + Prepares patient for visit by using appropriate rooming standards tool.

    + Administers injections and medications as prescribed by the provider and in accordance with department protocol, regulatory requirements and standards of practice.

    + Prepares and assists providers with various procedures, minor surgeries and other exams as designated by the provider.

    + Performs Point of Care Testing, including but not limited to hearing, flu, urine and strep tests.

    + Collects blood or other laboratory specimens and prepares them for further testing.

    + Authorizes prescription refills as instructed by the provider.

    + Assists with test tracking and monitoring overdue results.

    + Removes sutures and changes dressings on wounds as necessary.

    + Assures exam rooms are adequately supplied and cleaned after each patient visit. Maintains and cleans medical instruments and equipment after each procedure.

    + Assists provider and patient in reviewing and revising care plans and assesses patient progress. Follows up with patient between visits as necessary.

    + Assists with proactive outreach for patients requiring preventive and chronic disease services.

    + Performs care coordination activities among specialists and transitions of care to obtain all necessary patient information.

    + Assists in coordination of referrals, education and community resources.

    + Actively participates in performance improvement initiatives to improve overall patient experience and quality of care.

    + Participates in daily huddles with the provider.

    + Serves as a patient experience advocate by being a positive influence at all times when interacting with patients, visitors and colleagues. Communicates with all patients, visitors and colleagues in a professional manner while keeping customer service a top priority.

    + Handles all patient information in a confidential manner according to Lancaster General Health privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures.

    + The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

    + Performs various front office responsibilities as necessary.

    + May require some regional travel - valid driver's license is required if traveling.

    + Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    Minimum Required Qualifications:

    + Completion of a LPN or a RN educational program

    + Current licensure as a Registered Nurse RN or Licensed Practical Nurse LPN , issued by the PA State Board of Nursing

    + AHA CPR BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

    + This role requires occasional regional travel. Ability to travel to multiple sites is required.

    + One 1 to Two 2 years of nursing experience in a primary or specialty care physician’s office preferred

    + Prior triage, emergency room, cardiac care, intensive care or other related specialty nursing experience preferred

    We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

    Live Your Life's Work

    We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

    REQNUMBER: 259281


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Clinical Nurse 1 - Inpatient Medical Detox - HUP Cedar - FT Days
    Penn Medicine    Philadelphia, PA 19133
     Posted 1 day    

    **Description**

    Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

    Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

    **The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Cedar location is seeking a new to practice RN to join our behavioral health team!**

    The Medically Monitored Detoxification Unit located at HUP Cedar Avenue is a 16-bed specialty care unit designed to provide comprehensive services to those chemically dependent persons meeting the clinical criteria for this level of care. The Detoxification Unit is housed in a discrete space on the 2 Center Wing of the hospital with access limited to those individuals receiving care and those staff members actively involved in providing this care.

    **Summary of Accountabilities:**

    The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice is a newly licensed new-to-practice RN or RN with less than 15 months of experience that demonstrates basic safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice seeks guidance to integrate concepts, knowledge, skills and attitudes to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Clinical Nurse I New to Practice/Apprentice position description addendum. The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains.

    The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice is accountable for the provision of direct care to patients who may range in age from infancy to the elderly and demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Teamwork, and Technology/ Informatics.

    The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients.

    The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice/Apprentice requires consultation with more experienced clinicians and benefits from feedback while demonstrating growth in the ability to care for increasingly complex patients. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies.

    The Clinical Nurse 1 New to Practice /Apprentice must complete all Clinical Nurse 1 competencies and is expected to advance to the Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague level by 18 months of professional practice.

    **Credentials:**

    BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association required at time of hire

    Pennsylvania RN or PA Temporary Practice Permit required at time of hire

    **Education or Equivalent Experience:**

    Bachelor of Science Nursing/BSN required from an accredited school of nursing and less than 15 months RN experience to be considered a Clinical RN 1.

    _*New to Practice RNs will be automatically enrolled in the Nurse Residency Program as part of their Orientation. Residency is currently offered in Jan, March, May, July, August, September & November of each year*_ _https://www.pennmedicine.org/for-health-care-professionals/for-nurses-and-advanced-practice/education-and-training/nursing-programs/nurse-residency_

    We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

    Live Your Life's Work

    We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

    REQNUMBER: 258548


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Clinical Nurse 2- HUP ED Observation Unit- Full-Time, Day Shift
    Penn Medicine    Philadelphia, PA 19133
     Posted 1 day    

    **Description**

    Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

    Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

    Summary:

    The HUP ED Observation Unit is looking for an experienced RN to join the team! The position will be full-time, day shift (three 12s, 7a-7p) with an every third weekend requirement.

    The HUP Emergency Department Observation Unit is a short stay unit where patients come from the ED for continued monitoring. Patients typically spend 24-48 hours in the observation undergoing additional testing, evaluation and specialty consults. This 27 bed unit is spread over two floors and sees patients from a wide variety of services. As part of a Comprehensive Stroke Center, the EDOU plays a pivotal role in diagnosing ischemic neurologic conditions. The unit also works closely with cardiac patients to meet the standards of the hospital's AHA Gold Plus designation as a STEMI receiving center. Other populations frequently seen include medicine, oncology, gynecology, hematology and transplant patients. Nurses in the HUP EDOU work as part of an inter-disciplinary team in a fast-paced environment. Nurses prioritize the wellness and safety of their patients while maintaining compassionate and meaningful care. They consistently build strong relationships with staff, patients, and the community as a whole.

    + The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Clinical Nurse 2 position description addendum. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork (Definitions listed below). The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age appropriate considerations of assigned patients. The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague seeks feedback in assuming leadership roles and provides feedback for improved clinical practice. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies.

    Responsibilities:

    + Professional Practice Competency Domains DefinitionsContinuous Quality Improvement (CQI): The nurse utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable.Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient and family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness.Leadership: The nurse effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine.Person and Family Centered Care: The nurse recognizes the patient (or the patient’s designee) as the source of control and a full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs.Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through lifelong learning, adherence to ANA’s Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach.Safety: The nurse minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance.Technology/Informatics: The nurse utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum.Teamwork: The nurse effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams.

    Credentials:

    + Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)

    + BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association.

    + Registered Nurse - PA or Multi-State (Required)

    Education or Equivalent Experience:

    + Education Specialization:BSN from an accredited school of nursing

    + Equivalent Experience: More than 15 months relevant professional nursing experience and completion of the Nurse Residency Program, if applicable

    We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

    Live Your Life's Work

    We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

    REQNUMBER: 259676


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Clinical Nurse 2- Inpatient E-Lert
    Penn Medicine    Philadelphia, PA 19133
     Posted 1 day    

    **Description**

    Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

    Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

    PENN E-LERT is a telemedicine critical care program that utilizes state of the art technology to provide a sophisticated layer of innovative clinical support to the intensive care units (ICUs) throughout the UPHSenterprise. Cliniciansreside at a distant location on Penn Medicine campus and thus deploy software technology, hardware technology, and trended data analysis to proactively identify impending or evolving patient problems, continually offering real-time clinical decision support, in collaboration with the bedside clinicians, on conditions that require immediate attention. PENN E-LERT clinicians are experienced in critical care with a telemedicine-ICU subspecialty skill set. In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to function as a bedside critical care clinician, the E-LERT clinician must possess high-level skills in communication, collaboration, decision-making, systems-thinking, and computer literacy, necessitated by the remote nature of the practice environment. The E-LERT position requires visual acuity, keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity. The E-LERT position requires long periods of continued sitting or standing at a desk in an office setting. The E-LERT position requires communication with bedside clinicians via two-way camera technology. The E-LERT clinician must be confident, composed, responsive, and approachable when diligently interacting with patients, families, and bedside clinicians via two-way audio-video technology.

    Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

    Summary:

    The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague is an RN that practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model.

    The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague possesses the knowledge, skills and the attitude to effectively meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Clinical Nurse 2 position description addendum.

    The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague exhibits UPHS organizational behavioral competencies which reflect its mission and are embedded in the professional practice competency domains.

    The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. Assigned patients may range in age from infancy to the elderly.

    The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague demonstrates within the competency domains of Continuous Quality Improvement, Evidence Based Practice and Research, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, Professionalism, Safety, Technology/Informatics, and Teamwork (Definitions listed below).

    The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague works closely with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age appropriate considerations of assigned patients.

    The Clinical Nurse 2 Colleague seeks feedback in assuming leadership roles and provides feedback for improved clinical practice. The nurse demonstrates how nursing practice impacts the organizational vision, mission, and goals and the care delivery system. The nurse complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies.

    Responsibilities:

    Professional Practice Competency Domains Definitions

    Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI): The nurse utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable.

    Evidence Based Practice and Research: The nurse evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient and family preferences and values for the delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness.

    Leadership: The nurse effectively collaborates and applies innovative, systems thinking to engage in systematic, evidence-based problem solving and decision making to promote effective changes within a complex care delivery system supporting the vision of Penn Medicine.

    Person and Family Centered Care: The nurse recognizes the patient (or the patient’s designee) as the source of control and a full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs.

    Professionalism: The nurse demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through lifelong learning, adherence to ANA’s Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization and advancing community outreach.

    Safety: The nurse minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance.

    Technology/Informatics: The nurse utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum.

    Teamwork: The nurse effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in an effort to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams.

    Credentials:

    + Must have Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing, at time of hire.

    + 3 years Critical Care Experience

    + Must possess active Pennsylvania RN License, at time of hire.

    + Must possess active ACLS also with BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association at time of hire.

    + NJ License Required within 180 days of hire

    + CCRN Required within 12 months of hire

    + Onsite Penn Medicine Rittenhouse campus

    We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

    Live Your Life's Work

    We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

    REQNUMBER: 251387


    Employment Type

    Full Time


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