Licensed Practical Nurse - Physician Offices

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus of $2,500

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Cincinnati is looking for a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to assist in providing patient care within physician offices. The ideal candidate will work full-time, collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure effective care delivery, administering medications, and performing essential nursing duties. Applicants should have an approved nursing program background, a valid LPN license in Ohio, and BLS certification. This role provides opportunities for professional development and offers a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program in Nursing.
• Current BLS certification.
• Valid LPN license in Ohio required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care with physicians and RNs.
• Administer medications and maintain documentation.
• Participate in collaborative care with healthcare team.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Medication Administration

Education

Graduate of an approved nursing program

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) certification

Valid Licensed Practical Nurse license in Ohio

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at TriHealth. The ideal candidate will work in our physician offices, assisting with patient care, administering medications, and supporting physicians with various procedures.

Opportunities available at:

• West Chester
• Western Hills

Work Hours:

• Full Time, 80 hours bi-weekly
• Day shifts
• Some offices require working on Saturday mornings (rotation schedule)

Benefits:

• Sign-on Bonus of $2,500 for external qualified candidates (Full-time position and requires a one-year work commitment)
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Job Overview:

This position assists physicians and/or registered nurses in providing clinical care and/or supervising care delivered by medical assistants. The role also involves collaborating with physicians and other healthcare team members in meeting patient and family needs. Additionally, this position implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice set forth in the Nurse Practice Act, and contributes to the evaluation of patient responses to nursing care and documents in an accurate and timely manner.

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program in Nursing
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) certification
• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Ohio. Current RN licensure is also acceptable
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• 1-2 years of experience

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepares and safely administers medications to participants in accordance with the law, professional standards, scope of practice, and organizational policy. Interprets and executes physician orders accurately and documents medications timely according to nursing standards. Assists in answering medication questions and proactively educates participants and caregivers related to medications.
• Performs technical skills according to hospital and department policies/procedures, appropriate competencies, and accepted standards of practice.
• Determines supply needs for the nursing department and orders supplies necessary to maintain the needs of the department.
• Demonstrates organizational responsibilities: Identifies areas for self‑improvement, cooperates with clinical instructors to facilitate effective learning experiences for nursing students, maintains current knowledge in the area of practice, and demonstrates knowledge of organizational and unit changes.
• Coordinates monthly turnover regarding Medication Administration Records. Participates in the monthly review of MARS and develops MAR for new participants as indicated.
• Collects data that contributes to the nursing assessment, documents ongoing observations, and communicates observations and findings to other healthcare team members. Demonstrates knowledge and application of PACE regulations, specifically those related to the provision of primary care for participants.

Working Conditions:

• Climbing - Rarely
• Concentrating - Consistently
• Continuous Learning - Consistently
• Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
• Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently
• Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
• Kneeling - Occasionally
• Lifting 50+ lbs. - Consistently
• Lifting <50 lbs. - Consistently
• Pulling - Consistently
• Pushing - Consistently
• Reaching - Consistently
• Reading - Consistently
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Standing - Consistently
• Stooping - Frequently
• Talking - Consistently
• Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
• Use of Hands - Consistently
• Color Vision - Consistently
• Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
• Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
• Walking - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

Serve: ALWAYS…

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS…

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS…

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS…

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS…

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community

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