LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse Surgical Technologist- Labor and Delivery Unit
Company: Geisinger
Location: Hunlock Creek
Posted on: April 15, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Title: LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse Surgical Technologist-
Labor and Delivery UnitLocation: Wilkes-Barre, PennsylvaniaJob
Category: LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse, Nursing and Nursing
SupportSchedule: Nights Work Type: Full timeDepartment: GWV Women's
& Children's Nursing DivisionDate Posted: 04/04/2024Job ID:
R-60481Job SummaryGeisinger is proud to offer an Inpatient Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) a $10,000 sign on bonus for eligible
candidates as well as up to $40,000 in financial support to become
a RN! $22.47 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for
experienced individuals and up to $5 shift differentials for
evening, nights, and weekend shifts!Job DutiesBenefits of working
at Geisinger: -Comprehensive benefits package, including health
insurance that starts day one of employment Grow your career with
up to $5000 in tuition reimbursement per yearThree medical plan
choices, including options to save with a flexible spending account
(FSA) and -health savings account (HSA)Company paid Life Insurance,
Short-term disability, and Long-term disabilityCompetitive 401(k)
plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions starting day
one of employment PTO plan that allows you to earn more time fast -
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health and earn
incentivesFamily-friendly support to include adoption assistance,
paid parental leave, paid military leave and a free care.com
membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones.The
ability to work under a Temporary Practice Permit until you take
NCLEXShared governance structure that empowers our
nursesProfessional opportunities for growth and advancementSupport
and mentorship from a full range of dedicated nursing
leadersCommunity involvement through our Employee Resource Groups -
- - - - - - - - - - - Employee referral incentive programJoin the
Geisinger Family! Apply now! To learn more about Geisinger
opportunities, please contact Tiffany Nino at
tnino@geisinger.edu.Hours include: 7p-7:30a; Every other weekend
and holiday requirements.Job Description: Provides direct patient
care under the direction of a registered nurse including: vital
sign and height and weight measurement and documentation of both
mother and infant, bathing, feeding, and activities of daily
living.Assists in the coordination of treatments with other
disciplines.Provides basic patient assistance.Connects patients to
clinical equipment as needed.Assists the doctor with various
surgical procedures such as retracting and cutting sutures as
necessary.Identifies correct surgical site with the circulating
registered nurse or surgeon before incision of operative
procedures.Responsible for set up and operation of equipment for
cases.Assists circulating nurse with patient preparation.Maintains
an accurate account of supplies including sponges, needles and
instruments.Verifies count with the circulating nurse at end of
procedure.Prepares, identifies and verifies all specimens obtained
during the surgical procedure.Disposes of linens, needles and
sharps in appropriate containers.Assesses wounds and applies or
changes sterile dressing as instructed.Maintains and documents
universal precautions.Initiates emergency procedures.Reports to the
registered nurse reactions, results of procedures and any changes
observed in the patient's condition.Documents pertinent medical
information where indicated.Participates in the admission and
discharge process.Performs billing as appropriate for services
rendered or equipment used.Participates in on-call
rotations.Assures all medications and solutions are labeled, under
the registered nurse's supervision.Work is typically performed in a
clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific
obligations and complying with all organization policies and
procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not
intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements
considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional
competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific
orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the
job related to that position.Participates with the Obstetrical
Surgery Team in an individualized patient care plan based on
assessed needs, standard of care, instrumentation and supplies, and
physician preferences in order to provide surgical assistance
during obstetrical cases.Position DetailsThis unit includes labor
and delivery, mother and baby with potential to float to NICU and
Pediatrics. -Geisinger Wyoming Valley is proud to receive ANCC
Magnet Recognition -, the highest and most prestigious distinction
a health care organization can receive for nursing practice and
quality patient care. -Certification(s) and License(s)Licensed
Practical Nurse - Default Issuing BodyOur Purpose & ValuesOUR
PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our
patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our
communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope
to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who
humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with
the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for
tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to
care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members
and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time
and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and
domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior
management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration,
cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with
unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our
patients, members and community come from a wide variety of
backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health
easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal
opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
disability or status as a protected veteran.
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