What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Anderson Pulmonary position at Mercy Health?
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40Work Shift : Days / Nights (United States of America)LPNJOB SUMMARYThe 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 FUNCTIONSIn 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.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.Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.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.Department : Anderson Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine- MHP Cincinnati, LLCIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, 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 Employer, 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.
