LPN- Medical Oncology 3E 72hrs Biweekly Day/Night

The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH); Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician. You will care for patients across the lifespan, from infant to adult, in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires an Ohio LPN license with medication administration, IV therapy certification, and BLS. Proficiency with EPIC and multitasking is important for efficient patient flow and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved School of Practical Nursing.
• Current LPN license for Ohio with medication administration certification.
• IV therapy course completion per Ohio Board of Nursing.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers from AHA or obtaine within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under supervision to patients from infant to adult.
• Deliver nursing services in line with LPN scope and the organization's mission and standards.
• Coordinate patient flow and support families as part of the care team.

Skills

Medication administration

Venipuncture

BLS certification

EPIC In-basket

Multi-tasking

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of Practical Nursing program

Ohio LPN license

IV therapy certification

Tools

EPIC In-basket

Job description

Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

Biweekly Hours: 72.00

Shift: 0700-1930, 1900-0730

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or a Physician in the assigned patient/resident care area, provides direct nursing care for assigned patients/residents, infant through adult. Provides nursing services to patients, residents and families in accordance with the scope of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Qualifications

Required: Graduate of an approved School of Practical Nursing. Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the State of Ohio through the Ohio Board of Nursing, including certification to pass medications, AND completion of an Ohio Board of Nursing IV therapy course. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification through the American Heart Association (AHA), OR obtains within 90 days of hire. Proficient with performing venipuncture and blood specimen collection. Basic computer skills. Ability to multi-task by managing/working EPIC In-basket, monitoring and directing patient flow, and providing patient care in a coordinated manner at the completion of the orientation period. This includes the ability to manage 14-45 residents upon the completion of the orientation period (Long Term Care only). Access to reliable transportation to travel between facilities if needed based on operational needs. Preferred: 1 year of experience in an in-patient or long term care setting, as appropriate. Familiarity with rules and regulations associated with in-patient or long term care, as appropriate. Physical Requirements: May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and walk intermittently during the day. May need to sit or stand for extended periods. See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Ability to lift 250-300 pounds with assistance. Ability to push/pull up to 500 pounds with assistance. Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids. Requires some exposure to chemicals.