LPN
JOB SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifying and determining the priority of patient’s/ resident’s/client’s problems/needs, and evaluating the process and outcome of nursing care. The LPN coordinates, provides and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
In collaboration with the patient and health team members, conducts initial and ongoing assessment, designed to gather data relevant to the patient’s individual needs. In an accurate and timely manner, LPN collects objective and subjective data, modifies the data collected as the patient’s status changes, and reports assessment data as appropriate to other members of the health care team. Complies to all documentation standards within the scope of the LPN role.
Analyzes the assessment data, evaluates patient's condition, and collaborates with the provider to develop and maintain the patient's plan of care.
Provides education to patients, families, and staff members, in conjunction with other healthcare entities, under the direction of the provider or manager.
Coordinates the care of the patient with other healthcare entities according to the patient's plan of care.
Administers medications in a safe manner, which is consistent with the organizations policies and procedures and the State of Ohio Nurse Practice Act.
This position will assist the surgeon in surgeries, educate patients on after care/wound care, call patients with results and next step, administrate medications, room patients take patient history, set up rooms for surgery/sterilize rooms prior to surgeries.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS (must be non-expired/active unless otherwise stated):
Current LPN licensure in the state of the work place. IV certification may be required for certain specialties.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com