Join Our Inpatient Adult Rehabilitation Team at UPMC Northwest!

The 9-bed Adult Rehabilitation Unit offers intensive therapy and 24/7 nursing care to help patients regain their functional abilities. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you'll work closely with the healthcare team to provide high-quality care and contribute to patient recovery under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities:

• Participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care using focused assessments.

• Communicates with RNs and healthcare team when care needs exceed the LPN's scope or expertise.

• Seeks guidance when a patient's condition deteriorates, does not respond to therapy, or requires immediate assistance.

• Follows established UPMC policies, LPN Practice Guidelines, and State Practice Acts.

• Performs within LPN practice guidelines, including administering IVs, and contributes to Relationship-Based Care.

• Develops daily goals and individualized care plans that engage the patient as a partner in their healing process.

• Documents patient conditions comprehensively to ensure clear communication with the care team.

• Incorporates professional standards and organizational goals to enhance patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.

• Provides effective teaching to patients and families for transition to home or other care settings.

• Actively participates in unit activities, supporting team members and fostering a collaborative environment.

• Continually seeks professional development and engages in improvement opportunities for patient care.

• Graduate of a Licensed Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing.

• 2 years of LPN experience strongly preferred..

• IV therapy certification required within 4 months of hire/transfer (automatically included in PA-approved programs post-2012; proof of completion required if prior).

• Required to complete two annual contributions to improve patient care or hold/maintain a UPMC-approved certification with one annual contribution.

• Demonstrates age-appropriate care, knowledge of growth and development, and ability to assess and respond to patient needs.

• Requires physical stamina for patient care duties and proficiency in electronic health recordsLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Active LPN license required in the state of practice or a participating Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) state.

• If graduated prior to 2012, proof of completion of an approved IV therapy program is required within 4 months of hire/transfer.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification required.

• NIH Stroke Scale certification required within 6 months of hire/transfer.

• Must complete two annual contributions to improve patient care or maintain a UPMC-approved certification and complete one annual contribution.

• Act 34 and OAPSA clearances required.

• Employees relocating to the state where the facility is located must obtain local licensure within 60 days of residency change

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran