What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Licensed Practical Nurse - Total Joint and Spine Unit (FT Days with Rotation) position at UPMC?
UPMC Williamsport is hiring full-time Licensed Practical Nurses to support its Total Joint and Spine Unit!
Take the next step in your nursing career with UPMC Williamsport by joining our Total Joint & Spine Unit (TJU), our primary surgical unit specializing in orthopedic and post-operative care. This full-time position is 36 hours per week, scheduled during daylight hours from 2:45 AM to 3:15 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays.
This role is currently eligible for a generous sign-on bonus:
• $12,500 for LPNs with 1 year of experience (two-year commitment)
• $10,000 for GPNs and LPNs with <1 year of experience (two-year commitment)
*Final candidates will be selected for a job title within the career ladder that reflects level of education, experience, and manager discretion at the time of offer.*
As part of our robust Total Joint Program, you’ll care for orthopedic and diverse post-operative patients as they transition to rehab or home. LPNs provide high-quality patient care and IV therapy while collaborating closely with RNs, providers, patients, and families. Senior LPNs also support care planning, focused assessments, and quality improvement initiatives.
This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced LPNs and new graduates looking to grow in a fast-paced, supportive environment at UPMC Williamsport.
Responsibilities:
- LPNs provide nursing care using knowledge, experience, and sound judgment within their licensed scope.
- Participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care; creates holistic, patient-centered care plans.
- Contacts RNs or healthcare team when patient needs exceed LPN scope, skills, or knowledge, or if patient condition worsens.
- Seeks guidance for unfamiliar procedures and follows UPMC policies, LPN guidelines, and state regulations.
- Maintains thorough, accurate records to ensure communication among caregivers.
- Supports safety, quality improvement, and patient satisfaction through adherence to standards and proactive practice.
- Collaborates with colleagues, assists team members, and helps orient and develop new staff.
- Provides teaching to guide patients and families through care and transitions.
- Pursues feedback, continuous learning, and opportunities for clinical and workplace improvement.
- Models safe practices, promotes a healthy work-life balance, respects cultural differences, and reports hazards.
- Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned.