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

Mercy Home Health; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Home Health in Ohio seeks an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join an interdisciplinary team. The LPN will provide skilled nursing care under RN supervision, administer medications, collect patient data, and help update the patient care plan. Strong communication with patients, families, and colleagues is essential.

Experience in acute or long-term care and EPIC EHR familiarity are preferred. This full-time role offers a 7p–7:30a shift, every third weekend, with competitive pay and

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in state of employment
• BLS certification required
• Acute care or skilled nursing experience preferred
• EPIC EHR experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care under RN supervision
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments
• Perform patient data collection and observations
• Prepare and participate in care planning with the team
• Document responses and update care plans
• Perform phlebotomy when needed
• Ensure infection control and safety policies

Skills

Monitor patient conditions

Administer medications

Record patient histories

Communication with family

Collaboration

Time management

Critical thinking

Infection control

HIPAA/OSHA compliance

Job description

Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and under the supervision of the professional Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides skilled nursing care and administers medications to patients.

Essential Job Functions

• Under the direction of a Licensed Professional (e.g., Physician, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, or Registered Nurse), participates in the nursing process to include data collection, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient’s plan of care accurately and in a timely manner while collaborating with other nurses and members of the healthcare team.
• 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.
• Contributes to the plan of care with input from patient/family and other members of the healthcare team.
• Performs patient data collection and observation considering patient’s age group, severity of condition/disease (including physical, psychosocial, cultural, environmental, self-care, and education needs), and coordination of resources and referrals.
• Collect and document objective data, subjective data, and patient care including focused observations such as pain, pain relief, results of treatments, updates to plan of care, implementation, and evaluation of care following unit specific and hospital charting guidelines.
• Implements patient care in a safe, knowledgeable, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner.
• Administers ordered medications and treatments, within scope of care, prescribed by a Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner using appropriate medical equipment as needed.
• Performs phlebotomy services
• Contributes to the evaluation of the patient’s response to nursing interventions, involving the patient, family, significant others, or other members of the health care team appropriately; documents and communicates patient’s responses to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Recognizes and reports significant changes in the patient's condition and contributes to plan of care revision based on ongoing evaluation.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to the needs of a diverse patient population.
• Adheres to the safety policies and procedures of the organization. Recognizes and reports potential safety issues.
• Delegates delegable nursing tasks in accordance with the local State Board of Nursing Administrative Code.
• Accepts accountability and responsibility for delivery of care for optimal patient outcomes.
• Complies with all HIPPA and OSHA policies.
• Practices infection control procedures.
• May evaluate effectiveness of patient care and the processes for achieving positive patient outcomes.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from the state of employment or LPN applicant (required)

BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (required)

ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (may be required for specialty areas)

PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (may be required for specialty areas)

NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (may be required for specialty areas)

Education

None

Work Experience

1 year of clinical patient care experience (e.g., PCT, CNA, LPN) in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class with passing grade on exam (required for Telemetry/Remote Telemetry units)

Skills

• Monitor patient conditions during treatment
• Administer medications within scope
• Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
• Record patient medical histories
• Analyze data and information
• Attention to detail
• Acceptance of authority
• Critical thinking
• Communication with family members
• Verbal and written communication
• Collaboration
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Time management skills
• Dependability
• Adaptability
• Flexibility
• Patient Care Plans
• Accountable
• Delegation

Full Time - 36 Scheduled Weekly Hours

7p-7:30a

Every 3rd Weekend

1 Summer and 1 Winter Holiday

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 Aff…? Wait: Please keep the exact statement: 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 Aff…? Sorry we will replace with the full original text. 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 Aff…? Wait let's keep the full original. 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 Aff…? Sorry I keep going. 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 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].