Licensed Practical Nurse

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If you are a compassionate and dedicated person looking for an opportunity to make a difference in society, we encourage you to apply. Catholic Charities isn’t just an organization that provides help to those in need in our communities—it’s a place where employees are encouraged to live purpose driven lives, professionally and personally. Join our team as we provide help and create hope for those in need.

At Catholic Charities, we serve everyone, regardless of belief or background, and we employ qualified individuals who commit to our mission with the goal of transforming lives for the better.  One need not be Catholic to join our workforce nor to access our services.

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Licensed Practical Nurse

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland, is seeking a Part-Time (15 hours/week), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care to residents/clients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include administering medications, maintaining medical records, providing hygiene guidance, and serving as a liaison between care staff and medical consultants. The LPN ensures safety, follows infection control procedures, adheres to privacy standards, and notifies physicians of abnormal findings. Candidates must have an accredited nursing degree, Ohio LPN licensure, and medication administration approval. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as the ability to work with diverse populations.

 Responsibilities:

• Under direction, ensure that the activities of this position and relevant programs are consistent with the mission, vision and values of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques and in compliance with physician instructions and within scope of practice.
• Take medical history and maintain necessary medical records for each client.
• Provide instruction in hygiene to staff and clients, update and record immunizations, arrange for special diets or consultations with physicians or dentists.
• Act as a liaison between direct care staff and all medical consultants.
• Observe safety rules and maintain safe environment for clients, staff and visitors in clinic.
• Adhere to ethical standards, privacy and confidentiality laws of clients and their records.
• Provide accurate documentation of clients’ medical care.
• Follow established procedures for control of communicable or infectious diseases through identification, reporting, protective and preventive measures.
• Notify physician of abnormal assessment data and consult with physician on all health issues where nurses are not legally licensed to function.
• Conduct nursing assessment and assist physician or RN within scope of practice.
• Practice positive attitudes toward the care of clients, the organization and its mission.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

 Requirements:

• Graduate of accredited school of practical nursing, current Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensure in State of Ohio with medication administration approval.
• Must be able to exercise professional judgment in carrying out nursing functions, philosophy, purpose, and policies within the scope of practice.
• Must be able to incorporate all aspects of nursing in total patient care plans.
• Must be able to form good working and therapeutic relationships.
• Ability to work with diverse client population, community organizations and staff.
• Must be well organized, detail oriented and have the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must have competent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, squat and reach above head.
• Must be able to navigate stairs.
• Good working knowledge of computers and familiarity with Microsoft Office software.
• Final applicant is required to be fingerprinted to complete background check.

Learn More about Catholic Charities and our Programs by visiting:

Overview | Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland (ccdocle.org)

Service Areas | Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland (ccdocle.org)

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.