Licensed Practical Nurse

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to assist in providing care to patients. This role includes collecting patient data, administering medications, and educating families. Candidates should possess a current Ohio nursing license and excellent communication skills.

The ideal applicant will have practical nursing education and at least one year of relevant experience. Onsite work with a variable schedule is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of related nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the collection of patient data for analysis.
• Observe patient and report any unusual conditions.
• Administer medications and observe patients.
• Perform routine laboratory testing.
• Provide education and information to patients.
• Participate in departmental orientation of new employees.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and files.
• Adhere to National Patient Safety Goals.
• Perform other assigned tasks for efficient operation.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Verbal and written communication skills

Phlebotomy

Education

Graduate from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program

Current Ohio License as a Licensed Practical Nurse

BLS certification (through American Heart Association AHA)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

EPIC or similar EMR software

Job description

Full‑time, 40 hours/week. Days Variable Schedule. Onsite.

Assist in assessing, planning, and delivering care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse and or Provider to provide basic bedside care within prescribed limitations for hospital patients of all ages.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in the collection of patient data for analysis by an RN or Provider
2. Observes patient and reports any unusual conditions to professional staff
3. Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments
4. Performs routine laboratory testing
5. Provides education and information to patients and family members
6. Participates in the departmental orientation of new employees in a positive manner, shares knowledge, experiences, and provides guidance when assigned
7. Maintains complete and up‑to‑date documentation and files at all times
8. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO
9. Performs other assigned task to promote efficient practice operation and contribute to the provision of quality patient care
10. Other duties assigned

Technical Expertise

• Excellent customer service
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) preferred
• EPIC or similar EMR software preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Previous Physician Office experience preferred
• Ability to perform Phlebotomy preferred

Education and Experience

• Graduate from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program. Current Ohio License as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• BLS certification (through American Heart Association AHA)
• Minimum 1 year of related nursing experience preferred
• Years of experience supervising: N/A