Licensed Practical Nurse

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide skilled nursing care under RN supervision. The position emphasizes assessment, documentation, patient education, and collaboration to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Eligible candidates hold an Ohio LPN license and BLS; prior experience in healthcare settings is preferred. This full-time onsite role aligns with a 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited LPN program.
• Current, valid LPN license in Ohio.
• BLS certification required; additional certifications may be required.
• Minimum one year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate nursing care under RN or designated provider.
• Collect and monitor patient data, including specimens and labs.
• Participate in care and discharge planning under RN direction.
• Safely administer medications, injections, and treatments; monitor reactions.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on health and self-care.
• Document all patient care activities per hospital policy.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and report safety concerns.
• Collaborate with care team and pursue ongoing professional development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Cultural sensitivity

Education

LPN diploma

Ohio LPN licensure

BLS certification

Tools

Epic EMR

Outlook

Excel

Word

MS Office

Job description

Full-time, 40 hours/week
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Onsite

Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides skilled nursing care to individuals and groups under the direction of a Registered Nurse or licensed provider. The LPN assists in assessing, planning, delivering, and documenting patient care, supports patient/family education, and contributes to the overall quality and safety of the healthcare environment. Care is provided in accordance with ACH standards, regulatory requirements, and within the scope of practice for LPNs.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide age-appropriate nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or designated provider, applying basic knowledge of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet the needs of individuals and groups.
2. Collects and monitors patient data, including packaging and obtaining specimens and labs, contributing to assessments and promptly communicating abnormal findings or changes in condition to the appropriate provider.
3. Participates in developing and implementing patient care and discharge plans under RN direction, delivers nursing care and treatments as ordered, and assists with personal care and activities of daily living to maintain hygiene and nutrition.
4. Safely administer prescribed medications, injections, and treatments while monitoring for adverse reactions, and ensure all providers orders are followed for patient treatment.
5. Provides education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding health, treatments, and self-care.
6. Document all aspects of patient care in accordance with hospital policies and nursing care standards.
7. Adheres to regulatory standards and ACH policies, maintains a safe and clean environment, and reports safety concerns as appropriate.
8. Works collaboratively as a member of the patient care team, engages in ongoing education and professional development, and performs additional duties to support efficient operations and quality patient care.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Other information:

Technical Expertise

1. Excellent patient care, verbal, and written communication skills.
2. Ability to work effectively with all levels within the organization.
3. Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software.
4. Experience with electronic medical records (e.g., Epic) preferred.
5. Previous experience in healthcare, home care, or physician office settings preferred.

Education and Experience

1. Education: Graduate from an accredited school of licensed practical nursing.
2. Licensure: Current, valid LPN license in the state of Ohio.
3. Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Additional certifications (e.g., PEARS, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, NRP) may be required based on assignment or department/unit.
4. Years of relevant experience: Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience is preferred.
5. Years of supervisory experience: none

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite