Licensed Practical Nurse: outpatient surgery

Akron Children's; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's in Ohio is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for full-time day shift. The LPN will provide skilled nursing care under the direction of an RN or licensed provider, and participate in planning, delivering, and documenting patient care.

Responsibilities include collecting data, developing care plans, administering medications, and educating patients and families. A valid Ohio LPN license and BLS are required, with 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of licensed practical nursing.
• Current, valid LPN license in the state of Ohio.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Minimum one year of relevant experience preferred.
• Additional certifications may be required depending on assignment or department.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate nursing care under supervision of an RN or provider.
• Collect and monitor patient data including specimens and labs.
• Develop and implement patient care and discharge plans under RN direction.
• Safely administer medications, injections, and treatments.
• Educate patients and families on health, treatments, and self-care.
• Document all aspects of patient care per hospital policies.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness and report safety concerns.
• Collaborate with the patient care team and participate in ongoing education.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

MS Office

EMR experience

Education

LPN program graduate

Ohio LPN license

BLS certification

Additional certifications (PEARS, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, NRP)

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Full Time Days

40 hours/week

7:30am-4pm

Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides skilled nursing care to individuals and groups under the direction of a Registered Nurse or licensed provider. The LPN assists in assessing, planning, delivering, and documenting patient care, supports patient/family education, and contributes to the overall quality and safety of the healthcare environment. Care is provided in accordance with ACH standards, regulatory requirements, and within the scope of practice for LPNs.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or designated provider, applying basic knowledge of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet the needs of individuals and groups.
• Collects and monitors patient data, including packaging and obtaining specimens and labs, contributing to assessments and promptly communicating abnormal findings or changes in condition to the appropriate provider.
• Participates in developing and implementing patient care and discharge plans under RN direction, delivers nursing care and treatments as ordered, and assists with personal care and activities of daily living to maintain hygiene and nutrition.
• Safely administer prescribed medications, injections, and treatments while monitoring for adverse reactions, and ensure all providers orders are followed for patient treatment.
• Provides education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding health, treatments, and self‑care.
• Document all aspects of patient care in accordance with hospital policies and nursing care standards.
• Adheres to regulatory standards and ACH policies, maintains a safe and clean environment, and reports safety concerns as appropriate.
• Works collaboratively as a member of the patient care team, engages in ongoing education and professional development, and performs additional duties to support efficient operations and quality patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Expertise

• Excellent patient care, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels within the organization.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software.
• Experience with electronic medical records (e.g., Epic) preferred.
• Previous experience in healthcare, home care, or physician office settings preferred.

Education And Experience

• Education: Graduate from an accredited school of licensed practical nursing.
• Licensure: Current, valid LPN license in the state of Ohio.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Additional certifications (e.g., PEARS, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, NRP) may be required based on assignment or department/unit.
• Years of relevant experience: Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience is preferred.
• Years of supervisory experience: none

Full Time
FTE: 1.000000
Status: Onsite