Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Lima Palliative Care

Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Professional development support

Paid time off and healthcare options

Job summary

Mercy Health in Lima, Ohio is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to deliver patient care under the physician's direction. The LPN will work as part of the health care team to prepare and assess patients for provider visits.

Responsibilities include collaborating with physicians, applying the care plan, labeling specimens, and supporting clerical tasks as needed. The role offers competitive pay and benefits, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to compassionate,

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Ohio.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association).
• 1 year of clinical patient care experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with physicians and health care team to meet patient needs.
• Implements care plan with direct basic nursing care.
• Labels and packages specimens as trained.
• Assists in clerical/administrative duties as assigned.
• Chaperones providers during examinations as requested.
• Assists with procedures, treatments, and interventions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Computer scheduling system

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Physician. The LPN functions as an integral part of the health care team to provide the highest quality of care to the patient by preparing and assessing patients for provider visits. In this position, the LPN will observe, record, and report patient responses to medical care provided during appointments.

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient/family needs
• Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
• Appropriately labels and packages specimens, as trained
• Assists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurse
• Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested
• Assists provider with procedures, treatments, and interventions
• Other duties as assigned

Certifications

• Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicant
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association

Experience

• One year of clinical patient care experience (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the patients
• Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration system
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team
• Strong interpersonal communication and organization skills

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affinity? please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].