LPN - Med/Surg | Day Shift | Full-Time

Kettering Health; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Nursing principles

Medication administration

Vital signs

EHR proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Observation skills

Critical thinking

Interdisciplinary collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Time management

Education

LPN program graduate

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

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.