LPN- Primary Care Downtown

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide technical nursing care, administer medications, and assist with patient assessments under the supervision of a registered nurse. This 32-hour/week role requires Mondays and Fridays, with two additional weekdays chosen with input from the candidate.

The LPN will monitor patient vital signs, maintain medical records, assist with procedures, and collaborate with physicians and the health care team to

Qualifications

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

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.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to implement care plans.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication administration

Nursing assessment

Team collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse in Ohio

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

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.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/kneelFREQUENTLY: Biohazard waste, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Sitting, Standing, WalkingCONTINUOUSLY: 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/nearAdditional 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\"