Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Lincoln Knolls Health & Rehab, LLC; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Knolls Health & Rehab, LLC is seeking a compassionate LPN to join our growing team in Ohio. The successful candidate will provide medical support to clients and maintain a safe patient environment, while collaborating with RNs and physicians on care plans.

Requirements include 1 year of home care LPN experience, a current LPN license, accredited practical nursing education, CPR certification, and a flexible schedule with ability to travel locally.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as an LPN in a home care setting.
• Current state LPN license.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Proof of current CPR certification.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and coordination of total patient care with the RN and physician's plan of care.
• Accurately report and record patient condition and care, including signs of change.
• Prepare clinical/progress notes and summaries.
• Assist patient with activities of daily living and teach self-care techniques.
• Provide and maintain a safe environment for the patient.
• Assist physician and RN in complex nursing situations.
• Follow universal precautions during patient care.
• Follow emergency procedures in case of catastrophic events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Travel locally

Driver's license

Education

LPN license

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate LPN to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and a current state LPN license. In this role you will be providing medical support to our clients while ensuring a safe environment for them.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning and coordination of total patient care in conjunction with the RN and the physician's plan of care, and follow the nursing care plan for each patient
• Accurately report and record the patient's condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change
• Prepare clinical/progress notes and summaries
• Assist the patient with the activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniques
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient
• Assist the physician and Registered Nurse in complex nursing situations
• Follow universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of patient care
• Follow emergency procedures in the event of any catastrophic event, incident, e.g., accident, injury or significant change in the patient's condition

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as an LPN in a home care setting
• Current state license as an LPN
• Graduate of an accredited program of practical nursing
• Proof of current CPR certification
• Ability to work flexible schedule
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.