Licensed Practical Nurse - FAIRLAWN

Akron Children’s Hospital; Fairlawn (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital in Fairlawn, Ohio, is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to assist in patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include collecting patient data, administering medications, and maintaining documentation. The ideal candidate will have a current Ohio LPN license, BLS certification, and excellent communication skills. Preferred qualifications include experience with EPIC software and previous physician office experience. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
• Current Ohio License as a Licensed Practical Nurse required.
• Minimum 1 year of related nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the collection of patient data for analysis by an RN or Provider.
• Observes patient and reports any unusual conditions.
• Administers medications and observes patients for reactions.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to perform 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

EPIC or similar EMR software

Job description

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus (taxable) Available
Full-time, 40 hours/week
Variable Day Shift
Onsite

Summary

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 tasks to promote efficient practice operation and contribute to the provision of quality patient care
10. Other duties assigned

Technical Expertise

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

Education and Experience

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

Full Time; FTE: 1.000000; Status: Onsite.