LPN, Ambulatory General Surgery

University Hospitals

Willoughby (OH)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

University Hospitals in Ohio is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Ambulatory General Surgery. The role delivers age-specific nursing care using the nursing process to support healthy outcomes in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Responsibilities include documenting accurately, communicating clearly with the care team, and upholding PHI safety. Requires Ohio LPN license, 2+ years nursing experience, and completion of an accredited practical nurse program or enrollment in a nursing

Qualifications

Completion of accredited practical nurse program or currently enrolled in a nursing program.
2+ years nursing experience (Level II) (Required)

Responsibilities

Delivers nursing care according to Ohio board standards.
Completes/submits required documentation.
Maintains PHI security and compliance with UH policies.
Demonstrates effective communication and collaboration.

Skills

LPN scope knowledge

Technical equipment handling

Education

Accredited practical nurse program or current nursing student

Tools

Stethoscope

Thermometer

Sphygmomanometer

Electronic monitoring devices

Job description

Job Description

LPN, Ambulatory General Surgery (260007YS)

LPN, Ambulatory General Surgery - ( 260007YS )

A Brief Overview

Provides safe efficient age specific nursing care to patients/families using the nursing process in order to assist them to attain, maintain, regain, and sustain optimal health status.

What You Will Do

Functions in accordance with the professional standards of the Ohio board of nursing.
Completes/submits required documentation.
Delivers effective relationship based nursing care.
Demonstrates technical skills in care delivery that result in safe practice and positive care outcomes.
Demonstrates clear communication and effective collaboration to optimize patient care and clinical operations.
Develops self and contributes to the professional practice of nursing.
Displays leadership that influences optimal clinical and operational outcomes.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

Other Accredited Program: Completion of accredited practical nurse program or currently enrolled in a nursing program. (Required)

Work Experience

2+ years Nursing Experience (Level II only) (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of LPN scope of practice according to the Ohio board of nursing. (Required proficiency)
Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed clinical therapies (ie. stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices) (Required proficiency)
Level II Only: 18 CNE's per year. 3 CNE’s in clinical specialty At least 5 CNE’s in Leadership Other CNE requirements will be agreed upon with manager
Level II Only: 3 Peer Reviews. Committee Involvement. 5 criteria with evidence of each.

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