LPN Staff Nurse — Direct Patient Care & Impact

Licking Memorial Health Systems; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) in Newark, OH, is seeking a Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide skilled nursing care under RN/physician supervision. You will perform patient assessments, administer medications after required pharmacology training, and support quality improvement in a dynamic hospital setting.

LMHS emphasizes patient safety, uses IDX/EPIC EMR systems, and values compassionate, community-focused care with ongoing education to maintain clinical competencies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing program and current State of Ohio licensure.
• Maintains BCLS certification.
• Ability to care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients under supervision.
• Proficient in using office equipment and EMR/Epic systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians, NPs, and RNs in patient assessment and care planning.
• Provide direct nursing care to patients.
• Administer medications after completing required pharmacology course and exam.
• Maintain clinical competency through ongoing education.
• Inform physician/NP/RN of patient status and progress.
• Maintain clean, safe patient, visitor, and staff environments.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and data review.
• Schedule GI procedures.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Vital signs

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Tools

IDX

EMR

Epic

Job description

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) in Newark, OH, is seeking a Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide skilled nursing care under RN/physician supervision. You will perform patient assessments, administer medications after required pharmacology training, and support quality improvement in a dynamic hospital setting.

LMHS emphasizes patient safety, uses IDX/EPIC EMR systems, and values compassionate, community-focused care with ongoing education to maintain clinical competencies.