Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (MA) - Pain Management

Mercy Home Health; Defiance (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision and life cover

Paid time off and family leave

Professional development support

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Defiance Clinic to deliver patient care under physician direction. You will observe, document, and report patient responses during visits, collaborating with the health care team to ensure high-quality care.

The role requires LPN licensure or eligibility and BLS. Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, coordinating care, and supporting administrative tasks as needed; eligibility for benefits is noted for Mercy Health

Qualifications

• Active state Licensed Practical Nurse licensure or LPN applicant.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association).
• One year of clinical patient care experience preferred.
• Ability to learn and use patient scheduling/registration systems.
• Strong interpersonal communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with physicians and health care team members to meet patient/family needs.
• Implements the care plan by providing direct basic nursing care within LPN scope of practice.
• Labels and packages specimens as trained.
• Supports indirect care and clerical tasks as assigned by the RN.
• Act as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examinations.
• Assist providers with procedures, treatments, and interventions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

LPN licensure or eligibility

BLS certification

Clinical nursing

Patient care coordination

Team collaboration

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) – Defiance Clinic

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 affirmatively action and equal opportunity employers, 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]