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LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Advanced Acute Care Medical and Oncology Unit

Geisinger

Scranton, Pennsylvania

+$5/hr

Shift differential · base rate not posted

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LPNSign-on bonusNew grads welcomed

Posted Aug 25, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 26, 2026

What this means for you

Geisinger is an academic medical center — teaching floors, residents in the halls, and more sub-specialties to grow into. It's a day shift — the busiest hours, the fullest crew, and your evenings back.

What the listing says

Differentials
shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts!
Shift
Days
Weekends, holidays, call
shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts! · Hours: 7am - 730pm, every other weekend and holiday.

About this role

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Location Scranton, PA Job Category LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse, Nursing and Nursing Support Schedule Days Work Type Full time Department GCMC Medical-Surgical Nursing Division Date posted 08/25/2026 Job ID R-03084 Job Summary Geisinger is proud to offer a full time 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! Marketing leading hiring rates and up to $5 • shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts! Job Duties Benefits of working at Geisinger: Full benefits (medical, dental and vision) starting on day one Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance The ability to work under a Temporary Practice Permit until you take NCLEX Shared governance structure that empowers our nurses Professional opportunities for growth and advancement Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated nursing leaders Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups Employee referral incentive program Geisinger values and prioritizes the safety and security of our staff by investing in a Canopy Alert Notification system worn by our staff, robust camera surveillance system, metal detectors at certain locations and security guards/K9 program on campus. Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now! To learn more about Geisinger opportunities, please contact Rebecca Miszkiel at rmiszkiel@geisinger.edu Job Description Contributes data to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Promotes adaptive responses of patient/family to achieve the highest level of patient care, promote safety, and maximize patient satisfaction. Exhibits compassionate care during patient-nurse interactions. Coordinates patient care and interaction of staff. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in their assigned unit. Contributes data to assessments as established by scope of practice and unit standards. Addresses physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient and family throughout the continuum of care. Reinforces patient and family education, family needs and discharge planning throughout hospitalization. Provides direct patient care including, treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies according to policy and procedure. Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions and plan of care based upon patient response to interventions. Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members and takes action to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs. Participates in unit-based decision-making regarding the utilization of evidence based practice. Provides input to the manager for performance appraisals of care delivery team members. Precepts and mentors new staff and students in a professional, positive manner as assigned. 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. Position Details Hours: 7am - 730pm, every other weekend and holiday. Education Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required) Certification(s) and License(s) Licensed Practical Nurse - Default Issuing Body; Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body Skills Multitasking; Teamwork; Computer Literacy; Customer Service; Communication About Geisinger Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our Vision & Values Everything we do is about making better health easier 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. Our Benefits We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.

Skills for this role

Acute careCare plan implementationDischarge planningPatient safetyPatient interaction

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • LPN
  • Temporary Practice Permit

Benefits

  • Wellness program
  • Health savings account
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Military leave

About the employer

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Geisinger
Academic Medical Center

Geisinger is a Pennsylvania-based integrated health system employing approximately 24,000 caregivers, serving communities across the region for over 100 years. Headquartered in Danville, PA, Geisinger is recognized as one of the Top 8 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems by Becker's Hospital…

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What reviewers appreciate

  • Recognized as one of the Top 8 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems by Becker's Hospital Review
  • Clear sense of purpose and mission-driven culture
  • Opportunities to learn new things and develop professionally

What reviewers flag

  • Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 2.9 out of 5 on Indeed
  • Nurses report concerns with overall satisfaction
  • Trust in colleagues and sense of belonging cited as areas for improvement
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Living in Scranton, PA

Scranton sits in the rolling hills of northeastern Pennsylvania, offering nurses a small-city feel with easy access to the Pocono Mountains. Known for its rich coal-mining heritage and the Electric City nickname, it blends historic architecture with a down-to-earth community atmosphere.

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Metro price level · Scranton area
6% below the national average
BEA index 93.6 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,048/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$50,739/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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On your path

Oncology is a specialty you move into. Chemo cards are the working credential; infusion hires in too.

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  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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