LPN, Physician Center - Float Pool

Licking-Memorial-Health-Professionals; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team in Newark, OH. Under supervision of a RN or physician, you will provide nursing care using core clinical knowledge across biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences.

Responsibilities include assisting in patient assessment, direct nursing care, medication administration following the 90-hour Pharmacology Course and National Exam, and ongoing professional development to uphold patient safety

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing program and current licensure in State of Ohio.
• Basic analytical ability to perform tasks and interpret data.
• Ability to provide care for pediatric to geriatric patients under supervision.
• Licensure requirements and BCLS certification.
• Experience with phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs, and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physicians, NP’s, RN’s in patient assessment and care planning.
• Provide direct technical nursing care to patients.
• Administer medications as ordered after required training.
• Maintain clinical competency through continuing education.
• Inform care team of patient symptoms and progress.
• Maintain a clean, safe patient environment and follow Universal Precautions.
• Participate in quality improvement and data collection efforts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Patient care

Communication

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Education

Practical Nursing diploma

Current Ohio license

Tools

IDX EMR

Meditech

Job description

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, provides to individuals and groups nursing care requiring the application of basic knowledge of the biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences.

Responsibilities

• Assists Physicians, NP's, RN's in assessment of patients and contributes information in planning and evaluating quality patient care.
• Provides direct technical nursing care to patients.
• Administers medications ordered by a licensed provider after having completed the 90-hour Pharmacology Course and passing the National Exam.
• Maintains excellence in clinical competency and nursing skills through continuing education.
• Informs Physician, NP, or RN of patient's symptoms, reactions, progress and other information pertaining to patient's care.
• Maintains a clean, safe and orderly patient, visitor, and staff environment. Practices Universal Precautions.
• Participates in the ongoing quality improvement program and responds to results obtained from data collection.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing program maintains current licensure in State ofOhio.
• Functions within the scope of practice of nursing for a licensed practical nurse as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
• Maintains BCLS certification
• Possess basic analytical ability to perform assigned tasks and gather and interpret data in situations that are not difficult or complex.
• Demonstrates ability to provide care for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients under supervision of a licensed physician, NP and/or RN.
• Demonstrates knowledge, skill and ability to perform: phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs, medication administration by oral, med nebulizer, IM, SQ, routes for children and adults, ear lavage, monofilament, glucometer, occult blood, visual and auditory acuity, strep screen, urinalysis, urine pregnancy, specimen collection and preparation as applicable to the practice setting.
• Demonstrates ability to proficiently operate various office machines includingoffice computer systems (IDX, EMR, Meditech), fax, telephone, photocopier.
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Lic Practical Nurse Meds

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