Does UPMC hire LPN's in their hospitals?

[New_LPN]

Hello-

I'm trying to get a job at UPMC and I would really like to work in the hospital, preferably Med/Surg. I am a new LPN, so I know this is a high reaching goal, but am I wasting my time trying?

I've seen (a few) job postings on their site for LTC and Home Health positions, but never for in hospital LPN's. I really don't feel confident enough yet to do Home Health, and I would prefer to not do LTC...(I worked as CNA in LTC)

I really think that for me Med/Surg would be the best place to learn as much as possible, as I do plan to continue on to RN. Anyone know if they do hire LPN's in the hospitals? Anyone have suggestions for other ideas for LPN's who really want to learn?

I am new to Pittsburgh and really struggling to find work! I'm open to suggestions!!!

Thanks!

[CoffeeRTC, BSN, RN]

Magee had them a few years ago. Not sure if they were hiring new ones tho

[jmlowe85]

Ask them on their Facebook career site, they are usually quick to respond.

[New_LPN]

Thanks for your suggestions... I went to the UPMC East Job Fair today, and as I suspected, they are not hiring any new grads because its a brand new facility. The recruiting person told me UPMC "ocasionally" hires LPN's in the hospital, but rarely a new grad LPN.Phooey!! :'( Well, at least I know for sure now!