Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Med Tele - Nights

University Hospitals; Concord (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Med-Tele unit. This role involves delivering age-specific nursing care, ensuring optimal health outcomes for patients. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic environment, utilizing a variety of technical equipment and demonstrating strong communication skills. With a focus on professional development and leadership, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care while advancing your nursing career. Join a team that values collaboration and excellence in healthcare delivery.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $2000

Professional development opportunities

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited practical nurse program or currently enrolled in nursing.
• 2+ years of nursing experience required for Level II.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe, efficient nursing care to patients and families.
• Completes required documentation and performs other assigned duties.

Skills

Knowledge of LPN scope of practice

Technical skills in care delivery

Effective communication

Leadership skills

Education

Completion of accredited practical nurse program

Tools

Stethoscopes

Thermometers

Sphygmomanometers

Electronic monitoring devices

Job description

Job Description - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Med Tele - Nights (24000BG9)

A Brief Overview

The UH TriPoint Med-Tele unit is a 31 bed medical acute care and step down unit. Our patient population provides for a great learning experience as we have a wide variety of diagnoses to develop plans of care for which in turn allows nurses to utilize and develop a large set.

Experienced LPN's are eligible for a $2000 SIGN ON BONUS!!

Provides safe efficient age specific nursing care to patients/families using the nursing process in order to assist them to attain, maintain, regain, and sustain optimal health status.

What You Will Do

• Functions in accordance with the professional standards of the Ohio board of nursing.
• Completes/submits required documentation.
• Delivers effective relationship based nursing care.
• Demonstrates technical skills in care delivery that result in safe practice and positive care outcomes.
• Demonstrates clear communication and effective collaboration to optimize patient care and clinical operations.
• Develops self and contributes to the professional practice of nursing.
• Displays leadership that influences optimal clinical and operational outcomes.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

• Other Accredited Program: Completion of accredited practical nurse program or currently enrolled in a nursing program. (Required)

Work Experience

• 2+ years Nursing Experience (Level II only) (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of LPN scope of practice according to the Ohio board of nursing. (Required proficiency)
• Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed clinical therapies (ie. stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices) (Required proficiency)
• Level II Only: 18 CNE's per year. • 3 CNE’s in clinical specialty • At least 5 CNE’s in Leadership • Other CNE requirements will be agreed upon with manager
• Level II Only: • 3 Peer Reviews. • Committee Involvement. • 5 criteria with evidence of each.

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)

Physical Demands

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 10%

Primary Location

United States-Ohio-Concord

Work Locations

7590 Auburn Rd, Concord 44077

Job

Licensed Practical or Licensed Vocational Nurse