LPN Medical Surgical

St._John_Medical_Center

Westlake (OH)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

University Hospitals St. John Medical Surgical in Westlake, OH is seeking a licensed practical nurse to join our 26-bed orthopedic, spine and general surgery unit.

You will provide age-appropriate nursing care, complete documentation, and collaborate with the team to deliver safe, high-quality patient care; a strong emphasis on leadership, education and adherence to PHI and hospital policies. Required: Ohio LPN license (or multi-state compact), active BLS, and completion of an accredited PN

Qualifications

Completion of accredited practical nurse program or current enrollment in a nursing program.
2+ years of nursing experience (Level II).
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license for Ohio and/or Multi-State Compact (upon hire).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (upon hire).

Responsibilities

Provides safe, age-specific nursing care using the nursing process to help patients maintain or improve health.
Completes and submits required documentation.
Delivers relationship-based nursing care and collaborates to optimize patient care.
Demonstrates technical skills for safe practice and positive outcomes.
Communicates clearly, works with the team, and adheres to policies and PHI requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned and complies with department guidelines.

Skills

LPN scope of practice

Nursing documentation

Communication & collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Accredited practical nurse program

Enrollment in nursing program

Job description

Job Description - LPN Medical Surgical (24000D9E)

LPN Medical Surgical - ( 24000D9E )

A Brief Overview

UH St John Medical Surgical - The Spine, and Surgical Department is a 26-bed unit that focuses on providing care for patients requiring orthopedic, spine and/or general surgery.

WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE? The unit was remodeled in 2008 to emulate a 5-star hotel where our team provides 5-star service excellence. Our Total Joint Program provides pre and post-operative care, education and follow-up.

Click HERE to learn more about the unit & meet the Nurse Manager!

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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