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Licensed Practical Nurse - Mercy LIFE West Philadelphia
Location: West Philadelphia, PA
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Per Diem Pool - variable shifts (days, evenings, nights and weekends); schedule as needed (PRN/per diem)
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate direct patient care consistent with LPN scope and Mercy LIFE standards
- Administer medications and treatments accurately while documenting per policy
- Monitor and record vital signs and patient responses, escalating concerns promptly
- Support interdisciplinary team communication to coordinate excellent care
- Complete Trinity skills checklist and specialty competency testing as required
- Maintain required health screenings and vaccination status to ensure a safe environment
- Contribute to a positive, respectful atmosphere for patients, families and colleagues
Qualifications
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
- Successful completion of license and certificate verification
- Comfort with Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Trinity Skills Checklist
- Up-to-date immunizations and health screenings per facility requirements (PPD/IGRA, MMR, Hep B, Varicella, Tdap, COVID-19, influenza)
- Ability to work per diem shifts in a pool model and adapt to variable schedules
Education
- LPN diploma or vocational nursing certificate from an accredited program
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong fundamentals in medication administration and documentation
- Good assessment skills for monitoring patient condition and recognizing changes
- Infection control practices and adherence to screening protocols
- Clear communication and teamwork in multidisciplinary care settings
- Comfort with completing competency checklists and following facility protocols
- Professionalism, reliability, and a patient-centered attitude
Benefits
- Flexible per diem scheduling so you can balance work and life without missing the good stuff
- Supportive team environment that values your skills and wellbeing
- Opportunities for clinical skill refreshers and Trinity competency support
- Licensure and certification verification assistance to keep you ready to work
- Access to workplace wellness and required health screenings
- Comfortable patient-focused setting where your care makes a visible difference
- Referral recognition program to reward teammates who bring great people aboard
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Travel Perks: Explore West Philadelphia, PA
Explore vibrant West Philadelphia and nearby Center City on your off days. Stroll the Schuylkill River Trail or Fairmount Park, catch world-class exhibits at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, hunt down legendary cheesesteaks at local favorites, or wander the historic streets around University of Pennsylvania. Weekend escapes are easy too: scenic drives to Amish Country, a few hours to the Jersey Shore, or a quick train to New York City for a change of pace.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Licensed Practical Nurse - Mercy LIFE West Philadelphia? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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