UPMC Hamot, a Magnet designated facility located in Erie, PA, is currently hiring a Regular Part-Time LPN w/ Meds and IVs to support 7 South. Our LPNs work a rotating schedule to ensure 24/7 coverage on the floor.

Sign-On Bonus Details:
$3,750 sign-on bonus available for nurses with over one year of experience
$2,500 sign-on bonus available for Graduate Nurses and nurses with less than one year of experience

Purpose:
Provide overall quality nursing care administered to assigned patients on the designated shift. Under the direction of a Professional Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse with Meds and IV's is expected to use initiative, basic problem-solving skills and exercise some judgment in the practice of nursing to administer medication and peripheral IV's as appropriate.

Responsibilities:

• LEADERSHIP
  • Supports organizational and leadership decisions and goals, even if in conflict with them. Identifies problems and seeks resources to resolve problems within their control.
  • Acts as a professional role model and communicates effectively with all other members of the health care team, patients, families, visitors, community agencies and other facilities.
  • Manages multiple demands, is organized and follows through on commitments and does not leave loose ends.
  • Delegates using diplomacy and tact.
  • Takes ownership for words and actions and is accountable for results.
• PRACTICE
  • Performs direct and non-direct safe nursing patient care activities as assigned, commensurate with competencies and scope of required license.
  • Possesses the ability to obtain and interpret information considering age specific needs.
  • Collects data, identifies changes in patient condition, delivers individualized nursing care, prioritizes patient needs, and follows the plan of care appropriately.
  • Documentation is completed and accurately reflects care provided.
  • Administers medications and understands their effects and potential interactions.
  • Performs skills related to intravenous therapy as defined by the State Board of Nursing and Hamot Medical Center policies and procedures
• SERVICE EXCELLENCE
  • Presents a positive, professional image and displays support of all staff.
  • Understands and supports the mission and goals of the organization.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to confidentiality of patient personal/medical information.
  • Takes time to listen to others/displays empathy and compassion.
  • Displays appropriate and efficient response to the needs of others.
  • Takes an active role in insuring a positive patient experience.
  • Values and validates the patient perception regarding their care and responds appropriately.
  • Actions display a consideration of the cultural needs of others.
  • Consistently treats others as you would want to be treated.
  • Demonstrates Hamot's commitment to Service Excellence by understanding the needs of patients, their families, physicians and co-workers and doing what is required the first time, every time by being responsible, sensitive, accurate, timely, coordinated and thorough.
• EDUCATION
  • Maintains optimal nursing practice through planned and continuous career development by identifying own learning needs and sets goals.
  • Seeks out resources to address patient/family education needs and reinforces as needed.
• COMMUNICATION
  • Identifies and communicates pertinent information and consistently ensures an effective hand off.
  • Establishes positive interpersonal relationships with all members of the health care team, patients, families and visitors.
  • Is approachable, consistently respectful and team oriented.