LPN - 4 NORTH (NEURO-MEDICAL UNIT)

Aultman Health Foundation; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aultman Hospital, part of Aultman Health Foundation, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care, patient and family teaching, and teamwork within the nursing department. The unit supports telemetry and medical/surgical patients, with a focus on safety and quality care.

Required: Ohio LPN license, BLS; NIHSS within 90 days; CNCC within six months; IV certification preferred. Strong communication and collaboration with RNs and hospital staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, active licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required.
• IV Certification, preferred.
• NIHSS within 90 days of hire; CNCC certification within six months of hire; Bedside Swallow Screening competency.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in basic nursing service, knowledge, and skills.
• Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation.
• Documents nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and collaborates with the RN and health care team.
• Administers medications as prescribed; observes and reports adverse reactions.
• Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.

Skills

Computer skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

LPN license - Ohio

Graduate of accredited nursing program

BLS certification (AHA)

NIHSS within 90 days

CNCC certification

Bedside Swallow Screening competency

Tools

IV Certification

Job description

Position Summary

The primary purposes of the Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) are to provide direct patient care, patient and family teaching, and work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health care team in maintaining standards of nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and within the framework of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Legal Entity

Aultman Hospital

Position Summary

The primary purposes of the Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) are to provide direct patient care, patient and family teaching, and work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health care team in maintaining standards of nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and within the framework of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Department Summary

Memorial 4 North is a 24 bed, mixed acuity, unit consisting of telemetry and medical/surgical patients. The unit provides assessment, care, and treatment of acutely ill patients from ages 18 and above (unless otherwise indicated). The unit operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Each of the 24 private rooms has the capability of telemetry monitoring.

Common Candidates For Admission Include

• Patients with diagnosis of Transient Ischemic Attack, Cerebrovascular Accident, and Seizures.
• Patients requiring telemetry monitoring.
• Patients requiring inotropic therapy for cardiac or renal disease.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, active licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required.
• IV Certification, preferred.

Department Qualifications

• Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in National Institute's of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) is required within 90 days of hire.
• Certified Nurse in Critical Care (CNCC) certification must be obtained within six months of hire and maintained in accordance with organizational standards. Training classes are sponsored by the Educational and Development Department.
• Obtain and maintain Bedside Swallow Screening competency.
• Complete required orientation for position.

Skills

Below are examples of skills

• Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required.
• Must be organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time management skills.
• Must be detail oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care.
• Demonstrates effective communication.
• Effective appropriate and professional interactions with colleagues/physicians, patients and visitors.

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Demonstrates proficiency in basic nursing service, knowledge, and skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and applies evidence-based practice.
• Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation.
• Identifies and reports changes in patients’ status to Registered Nurse for evaluation.
• Documents nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Administers treatments and other direct care; prepares and administers medications as prescribed; observes and evaluates patients’ responses to medications and treatments; and identifies and promptly communicates adverse reactions to the Registered Nurse.
• Collects specimens as ordered.
• Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and students.
• Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.
• LPN is a patient advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction.
• Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice and applicable policies.
• Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice.
• Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones.
• Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable.

Working Conditions

• Meal and break times are coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage.
• Shifts are scheduled or changed due to the staffing needs of the unit/department based upon volume and acuity.
• Work weekends and holidays as assigned or as applicable based on department needs.
• Cross training depending upon department needs.

Hazardous Exposure Category

Category I - Includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for spills or splashes of, or mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. The organization is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

The organization will provide reasonable accommodations to employees or applicants with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation, unless such accommodation would constitute an undue hardship on the organization or poses a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others that cannot be sufficiently mitigated by reasonable accommodation. Any applicant or employee who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment should notify the Aultman Human Resource Department and request such an accommodation.