LPN- MEM 6 NORTH

Aultman Health Foundation; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aultman Health Foundation is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Memorial 6 North unit, focusing on renal and general patient care. The role involves direct patient interactions and requires effective teamwork within the health care team. A sign-on bonus up to $10,000 is available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate proficiency in basic nursing services and knowledge.
• Must have IV certification and Current BLS certification.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and family teaching.
• Document nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Administer treatments and medications as prescribed.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Current licensure to practice as a LPN in Ohio

Job description

LPN/ Licensed Practical Nurse - MEM 6 NORTH

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Memorial 6 North consists of 26 private rooms. It focuses on, but is not limited to, patients with renal disorders and those under hospitalist care. There are many stroke and diabetic patients on this unit. Other types of patients include: ortho patients, medical patients with a renal diagnosis, patients undergoing surgical or diagnostic renal procedures, patients receiving hemodialysis or continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis, post ICU or step-down transfer patients whose primary diagnosis is renal related and medical patients admitted to the unit under hospitalist care.

Purpose Of Position

The primary purpose of the Licensed Practice Nurse – to provide direct patient care, provide patient and family teaching, and work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health care team in maintaining standards of nursing care under the direction of the registered nurse and within the framework of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus available!

Memorial 6 North consists of 26 private rooms. It focuses on, but is not limited to, patients with renal disorders and those under hospitalist care. There are many stroke and diabetic patients on this unit. Other types of patients include: ortho patients, medical patients with a renal diagnosis, patients undergoing surgical or diagnostic renal procedures, patients receiving hemodialysis or continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis, post ICU or step-down transfer patients whose primary diagnosis is renal related and medical patients admitted to the unit under hospitalist care.

Purpose Of Position

The primary purpose of the Licensed Practice Nurse – to provide direct patient care, provide patient and family teaching, and work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health care team in maintaining standards of nursing care under the direction of the registered nurse and within the framework of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Ohio
• IV certified
• Current BLS certification
• Demonstrate proficiency in basic nursing service, knowledge, and skills
• Demonstrate knowledge of evidence-based practice
  
  

Major Tasks, Duties, And Responsibilities

• Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation
• Identifies and reports changes in patients’ status to Registered Nurse for evaluation
• Documents nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner
• Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment under the direction of the Registered Nurse
• Administers treatments and other direct care
• Prepares and administers medications as prescribed
• Administers peripheral IV medications as prescribed within the scope of licensure under the supervision of the Registered nurse
• Observes and evaluates residents’ responses to medications
• Identifies and promptly communicates adverse drug reactions to the Registered Nurse
• Collects specimens as ordered
• Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues
• Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice
• Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice
  

The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Working Conditions

• Working hours vary according to departmental needs.
• Works under the direct supervision of an RN.
• Lunch and break periods will be assigned by the Charge RN.
• Requires full range of body motion which may include handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range
• May require exposure to communicable disease, body fluids, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, and other potentially hazardous conditions common to a clinical environment, such as risk of falls, strains, etc.
• Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority of duties throughout the day.
  
  

Physical Requirements Addendum

O = Occasionally = 0- 33% of the work shift or 0- 32 repetitions.

F = Frequently = 34-66% of the work shift or 32-200+ repetitions.

C = Constantly = 67-100% of the work shift or 200+ repetitions.

N = Not essential job requirement.

C Standing

C Walking

O Lifting (70 pounds)

O Carrying (70 pounds)

O Pushing (70 pounds)

N Climbing with (70 pounds)

O Stooping/Bending

O Twisting/Turning

O Kneeling/Squatting

O Crawling

O Reaching Up/Reaching Forward

Additional Information Concerning Physical Requirements For The Position

Performing patient care responsibilities as required

HAZARDOUS EXPOSURE CATEGORY

Category III

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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