Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

The PositionAs a Licensed Practical Nurse with the Department of Human Services, you will join a team that makes a real impact each day. This position at Clarks Summit State Hospital offers the chance to support patients who rely on skilled and compassionate care. You will help create a safe and supportive environment while growing your professional skills. This is meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of others.Description Of WorkThis position provides practical nursing care to individuals with physical, mental, or developmental needs in a hospital setting. The role supports patient health, safety, and well-being through direct care and careful observation. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform the following duties:Physical Care: Assist patients with daily living needs, provide first aid, and support mobility and safe transfersMedication Management: Administer medications, maintain accurate records, and observe patient responsesProcedural Support: Prepare patients for procedures, collect specimens, and report changes in conditionPsychosocial Support: Interact with patients using therapeutic communication and assist with behavioral needsInfection Control: Follow proper hygiene and sanitation practices to maintain a safe care environmentDocumentation: Record patient information clearly and accurately following facility guidelinesInterested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours: 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM)3rd shift (11:00 PM - 7:30 AM)Rotating weekends, days off, and holiday schedule.Work schedule may change based on operational needs.Overtime and travel as needed.The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.FREE PARKING!Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $ 68,914. 00 (before taxes).You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam folders, for these notices.Required Experience, Training & EligibilityQualificationsNecessary Special Requirements:This position requires active authorization to practice as a Licensed Practice Nurse in Pennsylvania.All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.Other Requirements:PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.If you are within 60 days of completing a licensed practical nursing program approved by the State Board of Nursing, you are eligible to apply for this job posting. At the time of appointment to a position, you must show proof of possession of a current, valid PA temporary practice permit or PA Licensed Practical Nurse license.You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination and drug screening.Examination InformationCompleting the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.