Engaged LPN: Direct Patient Care & Patient Education

Aultman Health Foundation; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aultman Health Foundation in Canton, Ohio seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and to support patient and family teaching. This role operates within the Ohio Nurse Practice Act framework and across an interdisciplinary team to maintain high standards of nursing care.

You will administer treatments, document care, and communicate changes in patient status.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, active licensure as an LPN through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Maintain current, active BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• IV Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in basic nursing service, knowledge, and skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and applies evidence-based practice.
• Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation.
• Identifies and reports changes in patients’ status to Registered Nurse for evaluation.
• Documents nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Administers treatments and other direct care; prepares and administers medications as prescribed; observes and evaluates patients’ responses to medications and treatments; and identifies and promptly communicates adverse reactions to the Registered Nurse.
• Collects specimens as ordered.
• Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and students.
• Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.
• LPN is a patient advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction.
• Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice and applicable policies.
• Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice.
• Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones.
• Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Organized prioritization

Detail oriented

Effective communication

Professional interactions

Education

Nursing diploma

LPN licensure Ohio

BLS certification

IV certification

Job description

Aultman Health Foundation in Canton, Ohio seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and to support patient and family teaching. This role operates within the Ohio Nurse Practice Act framework and across an interdisciplinary team to maintain high standards of nursing care.

You will administer treatments, document care, and communicate changes in patient status.