LPN, Physician Center - Vascular Surgery

Licking-Memorial-Health-Professionals; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Nursing team in Newark, OH. Under supervision, you will provide nursing care to patients across age groups in a community hospital setting.

You will assist physicians and RNs, administer medications, perform phlebotomy and monitor patient conditions while maintaining safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Maintains current licensure in State of Ohio.
• Maintains BCLS certification.
• Demonstrates ability to provide care for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrates knowledge of phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs and various medication administration routes.

Responsibilities

• Assists Physicians, NP's, RN's in assessment of patients and contributes to planning and evaluating care.
• Provides direct technical nursing care to patients.
• Administers medications ordered by a licensed provider after completing required Pharmacology training.
• Maintains clinical competency and ongoing nursing skills through education.
• Informs Physician, NP, or RN of patient's symptoms, progress and care-related information.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment and enforces Universal Precautions.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and data-driven results.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Phlebotomy

Education

Practical Nursing diploma

Tools

IDX EMR

Meditech

Job description

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: LPNPH009522

• Posted : October 26, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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1371 W. Main St.
Newark, OH 43055, USA

Description

PHYSICIAN CENTER LPN

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, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medicalhistory or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or othernon-meritbased factors protected by law.

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