Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse Nights

About LVHN

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant, and diverse workforce. LVHN is a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization that offers plenty of opportunity to do great work. It has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years and has received numerous awards for nursing excellence and patient safety.

Manages individualized, evidence‑based nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates the skills and judgement necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing intervention, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient.
• Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and theories related to the care of patients in their patient population.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees.
• Works within scope of practice for the LPN as outlined by the Pennsylvania Code.
• Identifies and/or assumes activities relative to the developmental needs of the unit and the nursing department.
• Identifies discharge‑planning needs of patient/family/significant other on admission and throughout the course of care.
• Identifies patient care problems and communicates them to RN.
• Maintains open communication using appropriate chain of command regarding issues.
• Maintains up‑to‑date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the health‑care team to ensure quality care.

• Technical School Diploma in LPN Program
• Ability to comprehend policies and procedures and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
• Basic computer skills, critical thinking, and ability to concentrate.
• Familiarity with hospital health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures.
• Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support – State of Pennsylvania – upon hire.
• LPN – Licensed Practical  – State of Pennsylvania – upon hire.

Lifts and carries 40–50 lbs. Examples:
Push/pull patients on bed or stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient’s weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8–10 miles per shift. May be required to perform kneeling, bending, squatting, and performing CPR.

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position; however, management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with federal, state and local employment regulations, it will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy.