Posted : Tuesday, February 27, 2024 06:11 AM
UPMC Home Health Bedford is looking to hire a full-time LPN.
Are you an LPN looking for a rewarding career where you can provide direct, one-on-one patient care? UPMC Home Healthcare is hiring caring, skilled, and compassionate LPN's to join our home health team! You'll work in a home setting with a diverse patient population throughout these surrounding communities.
Working outside of a medical facility, you'll have an opportunity to get to know patients as you guide their care in the comfort of their homes.
Monday - Friday daylight shifts with rotations for weekends and holidays.
You'll collaborate with our team of specialized nurses, RN's, rehabilitation therapists, social workers, dieticians, aides, and trained administrative staff to provide personalized patient care in a home setting.
Why choose UPMC Home Healthcare Establish rapport with patients and their families as you guide their treatment plan in-home.
Sign-on bonus available for new graduates and experienced staff Grow your career with a career ladder designed for your professional advancement.
Make your career work for you with flexible shift options, including a dedicated weekend program with premium rates and benefits.
Work 8-hour or 10-hour shifts for full-time Care for your total well-being with UPMC's robust benefits package – physically, financially, and emotionally – including tuition reimbursement and discounted LPN-RN programs.
Receive mileage reimbursement (at the federal rate).
Responsibilities: The LPN is licensed to function as a member of the health-care team by exercising sound nursing judgment based on preparation, knowledge, experience in nursing and competency.
The LPN participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment in settings where nursing takes place.
An LPN shall communicate with a licensed professional nurse and the patient's health care team members to seek guidance when: The patient's care needs exceed the licensed practical nursing scope of practice.
The patient's care needs surpass the LPN's knowledge, skill or ability.
? The patient's condition deteriorates or there is a significant change in condition, the patient is not responding to therapy, the patient becomes unstable or the patient needs immediate assistance.
An LPN shall obtain instruction and supervision if implementing new or unfamiliar nursing practices or procedures.
An LPN shall follow the written, established policies and procedures of UPMC, UPMC LPN Practice Guidelines and the State Practice Act.
Acts within the LPN Practice guidelines including IVs and within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment.
Formulates daily goals and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner.
Communicates the patient's condition to other care providers.
Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers.
Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction of the patient experience in daily work.
Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families and colleagues.
Actively participates in unit activities and willing to provide assistance to care team members.
Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode of care as well as transition to another level of care and/or home.
Demonstrates a passion for developing others by supporting the orientation and developing new LPNs and patient care support staff.
Regularly seeks feedback on performance and applies continuous professional improvement.
Supports continuous learning in the clinical areas by participating in organizational and system programs.
Identifies opportunities for clinical quality as well as workplace improvement.
Seeks and participates in opportunities to assist in identification process improvement opportunities to improve patient care.
Partners and collaborates with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
Demonstrates an understanding of cultural differences and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships.
Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life.
Models safe work hours, time management and healthy lifestyle.
Communicates with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace.
Successful completion and graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.
1 year of experience.
Successful completion of an IV therapy curriculum required within 4 months of hire/transfer.
Must commit to obtain within 4 months of hire/transfer within 30 days of start.
If graduated in 2012 to present day, IV therapy curriculum is included in the PA State Board Approved Programs.
If graduated prior to 2012, the LPN will need to provide official proof of completion of IV therapy approved program.
Must select and complete 1 contribution annually that will assist in improving patient care OR have and maintain a UPMC approved certification.
,The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.
They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
Ability to identify process improvement opportunities to improve patient care and encompasses collaboration with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
Computer skills required to utilize the electronic health record.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: LPN must maintain state licensure where they are practicing or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located.
If graduated prior to 2012, the LPN will need to provide official proof of completion of IV therapy approved program within 4 months of hire/transfer.
Must select and complete 1 contribution annually that will assist in improving patient care OR must have and maintain a UPMC approved certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal OAPSA *Will consider all levels of the career ladder based on experience for this position.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Are you an LPN looking for a rewarding career where you can provide direct, one-on-one patient care? UPMC Home Healthcare is hiring caring, skilled, and compassionate LPN's to join our home health team! You'll work in a home setting with a diverse patient population throughout these surrounding communities.
Working outside of a medical facility, you'll have an opportunity to get to know patients as you guide their care in the comfort of their homes.
Monday - Friday daylight shifts with rotations for weekends and holidays.
You'll collaborate with our team of specialized nurses, RN's, rehabilitation therapists, social workers, dieticians, aides, and trained administrative staff to provide personalized patient care in a home setting.
Why choose UPMC Home Healthcare Establish rapport with patients and their families as you guide their treatment plan in-home.
Sign-on bonus available for new graduates and experienced staff Grow your career with a career ladder designed for your professional advancement.
Make your career work for you with flexible shift options, including a dedicated weekend program with premium rates and benefits.
Work 8-hour or 10-hour shifts for full-time Care for your total well-being with UPMC's robust benefits package – physically, financially, and emotionally – including tuition reimbursement and discounted LPN-RN programs.
Receive mileage reimbursement (at the federal rate).
Responsibilities: The LPN is licensed to function as a member of the health-care team by exercising sound nursing judgment based on preparation, knowledge, experience in nursing and competency.
The LPN participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care using focused assessment in settings where nursing takes place.
An LPN shall communicate with a licensed professional nurse and the patient's health care team members to seek guidance when: The patient's care needs exceed the licensed practical nursing scope of practice.
The patient's care needs surpass the LPN's knowledge, skill or ability.
? The patient's condition deteriorates or there is a significant change in condition, the patient is not responding to therapy, the patient becomes unstable or the patient needs immediate assistance.
An LPN shall obtain instruction and supervision if implementing new or unfamiliar nursing practices or procedures.
An LPN shall follow the written, established policies and procedures of UPMC, UPMC LPN Practice Guidelines and the State Practice Act.
Acts within the LPN Practice guidelines including IVs and within the framework of Relationship Based Care to create a healing environment.
Formulates daily goals and a plan of care for patients that involves the patient as partner and considers the individual needs of the patient in a holistic manner.
Communicates the patient's condition to other care providers.
Patient documentation is comprehensive and promotes communication between caregivers.
Incorporates national professional organization as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction of the patient experience in daily work.
Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healing relationships with patients, families and colleagues.
Actively participates in unit activities and willing to provide assistance to care team members.
Provides detailed and appropriate teaching to patients and families to effectively guide them through the episode of care as well as transition to another level of care and/or home.
Demonstrates a passion for developing others by supporting the orientation and developing new LPNs and patient care support staff.
Regularly seeks feedback on performance and applies continuous professional improvement.
Supports continuous learning in the clinical areas by participating in organizational and system programs.
Identifies opportunities for clinical quality as well as workplace improvement.
Seeks and participates in opportunities to assist in identification process improvement opportunities to improve patient care.
Partners and collaborates with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
Demonstrates an understanding of cultural differences and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships.
Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life.
Models safe work hours, time management and healthy lifestyle.
Communicates with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace.
Successful completion and graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.
1 year of experience.
Successful completion of an IV therapy curriculum required within 4 months of hire/transfer.
Must commit to obtain within 4 months of hire/transfer within 30 days of start.
If graduated in 2012 to present day, IV therapy curriculum is included in the PA State Board Approved Programs.
If graduated prior to 2012, the LPN will need to provide official proof of completion of IV therapy approved program.
Must select and complete 1 contribution annually that will assist in improving patient care OR have and maintain a UPMC approved certification.
,The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below.
They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures.
Ability to identify process improvement opportunities to improve patient care and encompasses collaboration with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
Mobility and visual manual dexterity.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
Computer skills required to utilize the electronic health record.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: LPN must maintain state licensure where they are practicing or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located.
If graduated prior to 2012, the LPN will need to provide official proof of completion of IV therapy approved program within 4 months of hire/transfer.
Must select and complete 1 contribution annually that will assist in improving patient care OR must have and maintain a UPMC approved certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal OAPSA *Will consider all levels of the career ladder based on experience for this position.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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• Location : 10455 Lincoln Hwy., Everett, PA
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