ER LPN: Rapid-Response Patient Care Specialist

Hocking Valley Community Hospital; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hocking Valley Community Hospital in Kentucky seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to oversee total nursing care in the Emergency Department, under general supervision. Shifts vary: 11 AM–9 PM or 11 PM–7 AM.

Responsibilities include planning and directing nursing care, coordinating patient education, medication administration, and collaboration with physicians and RNs. The ideal candidate has an accredited nursing program diploma, an active LPN license, CPR certification, and experience in

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• LPN license issued by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Previous hospital/clinical experience preferred.
• CPR approved by the American Heart Association.
• Able to demonstrate technical nursing skills in Emergency Care.
• Basic computer skills and EHR experience; Epic knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care by planning, organizing, and directing unit nursing functions.
• Initiates patient education and care plans.
• Administers medications and IV solutions per guidelines.
• Collaborates with providers and RNs on patient care.

Skills

CPR certification

EHR experience

Nursing skills

Basic computer skills

Education

LPN license

Tools

Epic knowledge

Job description

Hocking Valley Community Hospital in Kentucky seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to oversee total nursing care in the Emergency Department, under general supervision. Shifts vary: 11 AM–9 PM or 11 PM–7 AM.

Responsibilities include planning and directing nursing care, coordinating patient education, medication administration, and collaboration with physicians and RNs. The ideal candidate has an accredited nursing program diploma, an active LPN license, CPR certification, and experience in