Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Rehab - Lorain Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision, and HSA/FSA

Paid time off and leave

Tuition assistance and CE support

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our care team in an on-site hospital setting. You will provide skilled nursing care, administer medications, perform phlebotomy and contribute to patient plans of care under RN or physician supervision. Required are an active LPN license and BLS; ACLS/PALS may be needed for specialty units.

EPIC EHR training is preferred. 1 year of acute or long‑term care experience is desirable, with a commitment to HIPAA, OSHA,

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in the state of employment.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS may be required for specialty areas.
• 1 year of clinical patient care experience in acute or long‑term settings preferred.
• EPIC EHR training preferred; Basic Arrhythmia training may be required for telemetry.
• Ability to follow unit guidelines and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, participate in the nursing process: data collection, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Provide direct nursing care and assist with patient care under supervision.
• Administer medications and treatments within scope of practice.
• Perform phlebotomy and document patient responses.
• Monitor patient status, report changes to care team and adjust plans as needed.
• Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, infection control and safety policies.
• Delegate delegable tasks per state Board of Nursing guidelines.

Education

LPN licensure

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS (may be required)

EPIC EHR training (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EHR

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)

Shift/Schedule

• 36 Scheduled Weekly Hours
• 7a-7:30pm
• Every 3rd weekend and every other holiday.

As a Bon Secours 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 Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affiantive 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]