LPN – 6100 Med Surg

Kettering Health; Dayton (OH); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 47 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Kettering Health Dayton is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide direct, compassionate care to patients in a fast-paced clinical setting. The role reports to supervising RN or physician and emphasizes safety, documentation, and patient recovery within Kettering Health's standards.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited LPN program and an Ohio LPN license; BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Qualificações

• Must be a graduate of an accredited LPN program.
• Ohio LPN license required; BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct, compassionate nursing care under supervision of RN or physician.
• Assist with medication administration, monitoring, and documentation.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and recovery in alignment with standards.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned per department needs.

Conhecimentos

Nursing principles

Medication administration

Vital signs

EHR proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Observation skills

Critical thinking

Interdisciplinary collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Time management

Formação académica

LPN program graduate

Ferramentas

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Details

Kettering Health Dayton | Dayton | Full-Time | Days

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct, compassionate nursing care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician, supporting patient safety, comfort, and recovery. This role assists with medication administration, monitoring, and documentation while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and infection control protocols. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program.

Required Work Experience:

• None required beyond completion of an accredited LPN program.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Ohio. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Skills:

• Knowledge of nursing principles and practices within the LPN scope of practice
• proficiency in medication administration and clinical documentation
• ability to measure and record vital signs accurately
• proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• effective verbal and written communication
• strong observational and critical thinking skills
• ability to collaborate within interdisciplinary care teams
• understanding of HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards
• strong organizational and time management skills.

Competencies:

• Nursing competencies are based on ACHC standards or department specific needs/specialties

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience:

• Experience in an acute care or clinical setting.

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• IV therapy certification.