LPN- Primary Care Downtown

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for a 32-hour-per-week role. The position requires working Mondays and Fridays, plus two other weekdays chosen with input from the candidate.

The nurse will provide technical nursing care, administer medications, and assist with patient assessments under RN supervision. Graduate of an approved practical nursing program with an Ohio license and BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of practical or vocational nursing.
• Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the State of Ohio.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• 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 families.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records and coordinates with care team.

Skills

Communication skills

Nursing care competence

Education

LPN license (Ohio)

Job description

Job Overview

32 hours/week (4 days, 8:30am -5:-00pm). Must work Mondays and Fridays, and then two other weekdays (these days will be chosen with input from candidate).

Job Description Summary

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

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.

"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"

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
• 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.

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