Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Springdale Family Medicine

Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver high-quality patient care under the guidance of licensed professionals. This LPN will be responsible for patient assessments, education, and care coordination, ensuring compliance with medical standards. Join a dedicated team in a collaborative healthcare environment with excellent benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance with AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) from the state of employment or LPN applicant required.
• BLS certification preferred upon hire and required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes assessment data to evaluate patient's condition.
• Provides education to patients and families.
• Administers medications in a safe manner.

Skills

Patient Care

Assessment Skills

Patient Education

Medication Administration

Team Coordination

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

S cheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America) Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Under the direction of a Licensed Professional (e.g., Physician or Nurse Practitioner), the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifying and determining the priority of patient’s problems/needs, and evaluating the process and outcome of nursing care. The LPN coordinates, provides, and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members. The LPN complies to all documentation standards within the scope of the Medical Assistant and the LPN role.

Essential Job Functions
• Analyzes the assessment data, evaluates patient's condition, and collaborates with the provider to develop and maintain the patient's plan of care.
• Provides education to patients, families, and staff members, in conjunction with other healthcare entities, under the direction of the provider or manager.
• Coordinates the care of the patient with other healthcare entities according to the patient's plan of care.
• Administers medications in a safe manner, which is consistent with the organizations policies and procedures as well as the state requirements with which they are licensed in.
• LPNs in a lead position serve as subject matter experts and clinical and professional mentors within the practice.

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 certification is preferred upon hire and required within 30 days and/or prior to independent patient care

Education
None

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

Springdale Family Medicine - MHP Cincinnati, LLC

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll 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 Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, 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] .