What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff LPN position at OhioHealth?
Our Healthcare Vision
">We strive to create a lifelong partnership between wellness and sickness, providing expert guidance to help individuals uncover their own power to be healthy.
">Job Description Summary
">This role provides nursing care to patients and families across the health-illness continuum in diverse healthcare settings, collaborating with the healthcare team. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is accountable for practicing nursing as defined by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
">The LPN delegates nursing tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) using criteria outlined in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act. This position serves as a resource for other associates, communicating instructions and performing minor scheduling and inspections.
">Key Responsibilities
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- Provide high-quality nursing care to patients and families ">
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes ">
- Delegate nursing tasks to UAPs according to established guidelines ">
- Serve as a resource for other associates ">
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues ">
Requirements
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- BLS - Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association ">
- Current LPN licensure in the State of Ohio ">
- Completion of an Ohio Board of Nursing-approved medication course ">
- Basic Life Support Provider certification ">
Work Environment
">This role works on a night shift in a fast-paced medical unit environment, with 24 scheduled hours per week.
">OhioHealth Commitment
">OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We maintain compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations, ensuring a fair and equitable work environment for all associates and applicants.
