Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Med Surg - Orthopedic - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off & disability

Job summary

Mercy Health – Springfield Regional Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for acute care. The LPN delivers safe nursing care under the direction of a RN or physician, supports the care plan, and performs phlebotomy as part of direct patient care.

The role requires completion of an accredited LPN program and current state licensure. Experience in telemetry and EHR systems is a plus, with emphasis on teamwork and quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of an accredited LPN program is required.
• Current state LPN licensure or active LPN license in progress is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gives direct nursing care under supervision.
• Implements plan of care per LPN scope of practice.
• Performs phlebotomy services.
• Contributes to care plan with input from patient and team.
• Administers medications and treatments within scope.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Phlebotomy

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited LPN program

Tools

EPIC 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.

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) Acute Care – Springfield Regional Medical Center

Job Summary

The LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) delivers safe and efficient care to patients using nursing interventions. The LPN is responsible for general clinical and clerical duties associated with direct and indirect patient care.

Essential Functions

• Gives direct nursing care and assists with care of the patient at the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Advanced Practice Nurse
• Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
• Performs phlebotomy services
• Contributes to the plan of care with input from patient/family and other members of the healthcare team
• Administers ordered medications and treatments, within scope of care, prescribed by a Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner while using appropriate medical equipment as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• High School Degree or GED
• Completion of an accredited LPN (Licensed Practical Nursing) Program

Certifications

• Current state licensure as an LPN or LPN applicant (Licensed Practical Nurse)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred, not required)

Experience

• One year of clinical patient care experience (e.g., PCT, CNA, LPN) in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice (preferred, not required)

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred, not required)
• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class with a passing grade on exam (required for Telemetry/Remote Telemetry units)

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.

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