What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - Washington Township - MED SURG - FT/Nights position at Kettering Health?
Incentives
**Possible Incentives for external LPNs
- Up to $3,000 Sign-on Bonus based on shift
- Returning employees must not have been employed by Kettering Health for the last 6 months prior to rehire
Overview
Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.
Campus Overview
Kettering Health Washington Township
- Kettering Health Washington Township, formerly Southview Medical Center, has served the South Dayton, Ohio suburbs including Centerville, Kettering, West Carrollton, Moraine, Miamisburg, Springboro, Bellbrook, and Waynesville for over 40 years.
- KH Washington Township is a 123 licensed-bed hospital and medical campus that is conveniently located off I-675.
- Our full-service hospital includes maternity care, emergency services, hand trauma center, and specialty services located within the adjacent medical offices.
- In 2020, KH Washington Township received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
- Received 5 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.
Responsibilities & Requirements
The LPN performs a wide variety of patient care duties in preparation for the physician consultation. Physician assistance in delivery of special patient needs and procedures, including minor surgery.
The LPN is responsible for:
- Takes blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration
- Assists patients any time need is apparent or as directed by physician
- Keeps medical records in accordance to procedures and forms
- Keeps rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies
- Prepares sterilization as required
- Any other duties relating to the business operation of the medical practice that may be assigned by the physician(s) or practice office manager.
Job Requirements:
- Completed accredited program that meets nationally accepted standards
- Current LPN license in the State of Ohio
- Current CPR certification
- Experience in medical environment
- Willingness to accept orders and perform repetitive tasks
- Ability to communicate and relate well with office staff, ancillary departments and public, follow direction, accept orders and perform repetitive tasks, be patient, courteous and tactful.
- Able to work under time constraints, multi-task, and work autonomously with little direction.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality
