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Now Hiring: Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Department: Recovery Room

Schedule: Day Shift - No weekends or holidays required!

Why UPMC?

At UPMC, we're committed to supporting nurses-financially, personally, and professionally-from day one. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to grow, we're here to help you succeed.

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

Generous Sign-On Bonus for both experienced and graduate LPNs

$12,500 for LPNs with 1+ years of experience (2-year commitment)

Up to 5.5 weeks of Paid Time Off annually + 7 paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $6,000/year for employees and dependents

Includes no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options for UPMC employees

Career Ladders: New nursing career ladder to recognize and reward your experience and education

Final job title and salary will be determined based on education, experience, and manager discretion at the time of offer.

About the Role:

As a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Recovery Room, you'll be a vital member of the healthcare team, providing compassionate care and supporting patients through their post-operative recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver safe, effective nursing care and IV therapy in accordance with UPMC guidelines and state regulations

Collaborate with RNs and other healthcare providers to assess, plan, and evaluate patient care

Communicate changes in patient condition and seek guidance when care needs exceed LPN scope

Document patient care thoroughly to ensure seamless communication across the care team

Educate patients and families to support recovery and transitions in care

Participate in unit activities, quality improvement initiatives, and policy development

Support new staff through orientation and mentorship

Maintain a healthy work-life balance and promote a safe, respectful workplace

Who We're Looking For:

Licensed Practical Nurses with a passion for patient care and teamwork

Strong communicators and collaborators

Professionals committed to continuous learning and improvement

Ready to make a difference in recovery care?

Apply today and become part of a team that values your skills and invests in your future.

Successful completion and graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program approved by the State Board of Nursing. Successful completion of the IV therapy curriculum. Minimum 2 years of experience.If graduated in 2012 to present day, IV therapy curriculum is included in the PA State Board Approved Programs. If graduated prior to 2012, the LPN will need to provide official proof of completion of IV therapy approved program. Must select and complete 2 contributions annually that will assist in improving patient care OR must have and maintain a UPMC approved certification and also select and complete 1 contribution.The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or interact appropriately to the ages of the patients served by his/her assigned unit as specified below. They must also demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needs as described in the department policy and procedures. ,Ability to identify process improvement opportunities to improve patient care and encompasses collaboration with the health care team and the patients and families to achieve desired patient outcomes. Participates in the development, revision and implementation of policies and procedures designed to insure comfort and safety of patients in collaboration with other health care personnel. Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families. Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment. Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients. Computer skills required to utilize the electronic health record.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

LPN must maintain state licensure where they are practicing or in a state covered by a licensure compact agreement with the state where the facility is located. If graduated prior to 2012, the LPN will need to provide official proof of completion of IV therapy approved program. Basic Life Support OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.Must select and complete 2 contributions annually that will assist in improving patient care OR must have and maintain a UPMC approved certification and also select and complete 1 contribution.

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

+ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

+ Act 33 with renewal

+ Act 34 with renewal

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

*Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran