What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Licensed Practical Nurse - Total Joint & Spine Unit - Weekend Program position at UPMC?
Join Our Team as a Weekend LPN – Total Joint & Spine Unit at UPMC Williamsport!
UPMC Williamsport is seeking a full-time, experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Total Joint & Spine Unit. This weekend role covers 48 weekends per year, working 24 hours each weekend (2:45 AM – 3:15 PM), including every other holiday.
Why Choose UPMC?
At UPMC, we’re committed to supporting nurses—financially, personally, and professionally—from day one. Whether you’re launching your career or ready to take the next step, you’ll find the resources, support, and opportunities to thrive.
Weekend Program Benefits:
- $12,500 sign-on bonus for experienced LPNs with a 2-year commitment
- 25% weekend differential
- Medical Benefits
- Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
TJU is our primary surgical unit. The unit primarily specializes in orthopedic surgeries. We have a robust Total Joint Program with several of our nurses receiving Total Joint Nurse Certifications. In addition the unit accepts all other post operative cases and provides care to those patients until they can be sent to inpatient/outpatient rehab or home with post surgical resources.
If you’re an experienced LPN ready to make an impact in orthopedic care, we want you on our team!
Responsibilities:
- Deliver patient care as a licensed LPN using sound judgment, knowledge, experience, and competency within scope of practice.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care with a focus on individualized, holistic patient needs.
- Collaborate and communicate with RNs and healthcare team members when patient needs exceed LPN scope, condition changes, or new procedures are required.
- Follow UPMC policies, LPN Practice Guidelines, and State Practice Act, including IV therapy and Relationship-Based Care principles.
- Document patient care thoroughly to promote communication and continuity among caregivers.
- Educate and guide patients and families through their care and transitions to other levels of care or home.
- Support professional development by mentoring new staff, seeking feedback, and engaging in continuous learning.
- Participate in unit and system initiatives to improve patient safety, quality, and overall patient experience.
- Foster a compassionate, culturally aware environment while maintaining professional relationships and work-life balance.
Identify and report safety hazards, contribute to process improvements, and perform other duties as assigned.