Job detail

Licensed Practical Nurse III Wound Care * $15,000 Sign-On Bonus *

Mount Nittany Health

#BLS #Licensed Practical Nurse #LPN #Patient Care #Wound Care #Clinical Nursing #Healthcare Provider #American Heart Association

Quick overview

Responsible for overall nursing practice and providing patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Acts as a liaison between patients and staff while maintaining professional communication.

Requirements summary

Requires a high school diploma, completion of an LPN program, and a valid Pennsylvania Practical Nurse license. Must have BLS certification and completion of medication IV therapy coursework.

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Job description

*External offers made for this position are eligible to receive a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus.*

Position Summary

Responsible to the Manager/Clinical Supervisor designee for overall nursing practice. Provides nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse and is responsible to her/him for the care assigned during the work shift.

Minimum requirements

Education

1. High School education or equivalent. 2. Completion of a licensed practical nurse degree program required. 3. Satisfactory completion of medication IV therapy course work.

Experience

1. Previous LPN experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

1.
Effectively functions as a team member and as a liaison between patient and staff.
2.
Supports and encourages harmonious communication skills.
3.
Uses verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills.
4.
Communicates in highly professional manner at all times.
5.
Demonstrates a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with ill people; uses tact, sensitivity, sound judgement and a professional attitude when relating with patients, families, and co-workers at all times.

License/Certification/Registration

1. Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania. 2. Meets the American Heart Association’s standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.

Supervision received

Receives general supervision from the Unit Manager/Clinical Supervisor. May also be accountable to the Team Leader, Clinical Supervisor, Charge Nurse. Performs under standard practices which enables the employee to proceed alone on routine work assignments referring questionable cases to professional nurse responsible for the assigned patients.

Supervision given

None

Why Mount Nittany Health?

At Mount Nittany Health, we provide high-quality patient care with a unique combination of the latest in clinical technology and compassionate medical professionals. We are committed to improving both the quality and availability of healthcare in our region and seek to hire only the best to support the communities we serve.