LPN- Northern Lights Primary Care

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH, is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide technical nursing care and administer medications under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The role involves monitoring patients' vital signs, assisting with procedures, maintaining accurate medical records, and supporting families as part of a collaborative care team.

Ohio LPN license and BLS certification required; shift variations may apply in a pediatric setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of practical or vocational nursing.
• Licensed Practical Nurse in Ohio.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitors vital signs and records medical histories.
• Assists physicians and RNs in procedures.
• Provides emotional support and education to patients and families.
• Maintains accurate medical records.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Nursing care competence

Patient interaction

Education

LPN program completed

Job description

Overview: Monday 1230pm-9pm, Tuesday 8pm-830pm, Wednesday 1230pm-430pm, Friday 8am-430pm

Job Description Summary: Provides technical nursing care, administers medication and assists with patient assessments and care planning under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Job Description:

Essential Functions

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians or advanced practice providers.
• Monitors patients' vital signs and records their medical histories.
• Assists physicians and registered nurses in performing medical procedures.
• Provides emotional support and education to patients and their families.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.

Education Requirement

Graduate of an approved school of practical or vocational nursing, required.

Licensure Requirement

Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the State of Ohio, required.

Certifications

BLS, required.

Skills

Basic written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated competence in specified nursing care. Positive, effective, and age appropriate interaction skills with patient/family, physicians and other health care team member.

Experience

(not specified)

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Chemicals/Medications, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel
• FREQUENTLY: Biohazard waste, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Sitting, Standing, Walking
• CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing - Far/near
• Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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