JOB TITLE: Licensed Practical Nurse (Surgical)

LOCATION: Geisinger Holy Spirit Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Birthplace

WORK SCHEDULE: Nights

WORK TYPE: Part Time (24 hours/week)

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for providing care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person's physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs, with respect for the beliefs and values of co-workers, patients and their families. Functions in the spirit of teamwork and is accountable for the delivery of care utilizing those skills learned in both the clinical and didactic arena. Participates with the Obstetrical Surgery Team in an individualized patient care plan based on assessed needs, standard of care, instrumentation/supplies, and physician preferences to provide surgical assistance during obstetrical cases. Provides applicable licensed practical nursing care for patients in the Birthplace – Labor & Delivery and NICU as required.

Responsible for ensuring the very best patient/family experience by optimizing all customer interaction. Foster a positive work environment through mutual support and cooperation and adheres to GHS and unit specific Service Standards.

Accountable to the Registered Nurse.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills.

Demonstrates willingness to work in a team environment.

Demonstrates leadership abilities.

Demonstrates flexibility in response to unexpected changes in workload, staffing and scheduling.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma required.

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing with current license to practice in the state of PA or eligible for licensure in PA required.

• 1 year of LPN experience required.

• Basic Life Support required.

• Neonatal resuscitation certification required within the first six months of hire.

• Basic computer skills required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal, effective listening, and needs anticipation skills preferred.

• Adequate skills in handling instruments/equipment preferred.

• Knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, and supplies preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Extensive periods of standing and walking are involved.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

OUR 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.

GEISINGER HOLY SPIRIT is a strong and growing healthcare provider serving south-central Pennsylvania. Geisinger Holy Spirit includes its flagship Geisinger Holy Spirit Hospital, a 311-bed Joint Commission accredited acute care facility located in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Geisinger Holy Spirit employs more than 2,600 people and has more than 500 physicians and advanced practitioners on its hospital medical staff. Sponsored by the Sisters of Christian Charity, Geisinger Holy Spirit delivers patient-centered care guided by Catholic values and the Ethical and Religious Directives of Healthcare. Geisinger Holy Spirit provides a comprehensive array of both inpatient and outpatient services across the continuum of care, including acute care, home health, emergency medical services, physician practices, and a host of outpatient facilities located throughout south-central Pennsylvania.

About Geisinger

One of the nation’s most innovative health services organizations, Geisinger serves more than 1.5 million patients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The system includes 13 hospital campuses, a nearly 600,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. A physician-led organization, with approximately 32,000 employees and more than 1,800 employed physicians, Geisinger leverages an estimated $12.7 billion positive annual impact on the Pennsylvania and New Jersey economies. Repeatedly recognized nationally for integration, quality and service, Geisinger has a long-standing commitment to patient care, medical education, research and community service. For more information, visit geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

** Does not qualify for J-1 waiver.  We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

*Domestic partner benefits not applicable at Geisinger Holy Spirit.