LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) - Bone & Joint

Company: Penn State Health
Location: Hershey
Posted on: November 11, 2024

Job Description:

***$5,000 Sign-On Bonus! Eligible to those that qualify****Penn State Health* - *Hershey Medical Center**Location:* US:PA:Hershey*Work Type:* Full Time*FTE: *1.00*Shift:* Day*Hours:* 8:00a - 4:30p*Minimum Hourly Rate: *$20.36*Recruiter Contact:* Briana Kissell at bkissell@pennstatehealth.psu.edu*SUMMARY OF POSITION:*The Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN will provide direct and individualized nursing care to an assigned group of patients under the direction of a registered nurse of provider. The LPN will observe, report and record medical information and nursing care provided in the electronic medical record. The LPN will instruct patients and families according to the teaching plans. The LPN will communicate with the healthcare team to facilitate the coordination of individualized patient care.*MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):** Currently licensed to practice as a licensed practical nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate LPN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.* Basic Life Support (BLS) required prior to completion of orientation.*WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?*Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.For more information: https://this.pennstatehealth.org/#thisIsPennStateHealth*Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:** _*Be Well *_with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).* _*Be Balanced *_with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.* _*Be Secured*_ with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.* _*Be Rewarded*_ with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.* _*Be Supported*_ by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards*WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?*Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.*YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.*_This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.__Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance._*Union:*Job Type: Full-timePay: $20.36 - $30.54 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Flexible schedule* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceStandard shift:* Day shiftWeekly schedule:* Weekends as neededAbility to Relocate:* Hershey, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

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