Acute Medical & Oncology LPN — Night Shift

Kettering Health Network; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Hamilton is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for night shifts in a full-time capacity. The LPN will provide direct patient care under supervision, support medication administration, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited LPN program, an active OH LPN license, BLS certification, and experience in acute care or clinical settings. IV therapy certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
• Experience in an acute care or clinical setting.
• Current, valid LPN license in Ohio.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• IV therapy certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers nursing care within the LPN scope as directed by RN or physician.
• Administers medications per physician orders and policy.
• Observes, monitors, and documents patient conditions and changes.
• Assists patients with ADLs such as bathing, dressing, feeding, mobility.
• Collects specimens for lab testing and assists with basic diagnostics.
• Participates in care plan development with the healthcare team.
• Provides education to patients and families on meds and self-care.
• Applies infection control and safety measures to protect patients.
• Maintains timely documentation in EHR and records.
• Supports unlicensed staff as delegated by RN.
• Responds to emergencies within scope of practice.

Skills

LPN nursing knowledge

Medication administration

Vital signs measurement

Clinical documentation

EHR proficiency

Communication

Observation & critical thinking

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

BLS certification

IV therapy certification

Job description

Kettering Health Hamilton is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for night shifts in a full-time capacity. The LPN will provide direct patient care under supervision, support medication administration, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited LPN program, an active OH LPN license, BLS certification, and experience in acute care or clinical settings. IV therapy certification is preferred.