Licensed Practical Nurse

Akron Children's Hospital

  • Twinsburg, OH
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
New Rates of Pay & $2,000 Sign on bonus availableBonus paid in full with first paycheckFull-time, 40 hours/weekVariable day shiftOnsiteSummary:Assist in assessing, planning, and delivering care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse and or Provider to provide basic bedside care within prescribed limitations for hospital patients of all ages.Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the collection of patient data for analysis by an RN or Provider
  • Observes patient and reports any unusual conditions to professional staff
  • Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments
  • Performs routine laboratory testing
  • Provides education and information to patients and family members
  • Participates in the departmental orientation of new employees in a positive manner, shares knowledge, experiences, and provides guidance when assigned
  • Maintains complete and up-to-date documentation and files at all times
  • Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO
  • Performs other assigned task to promote efficient practice operation and contribute to the provision of quality patient care
  • Other duties assigned
Other information:Technical Expertise * Excellent customer service
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) preferred
  • EPIC or similar EMR software preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
  • Previous Physician Office experience preferred
  • Ability to perform Phlebotomy preferred
Education and Experience * Education: Graduate from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program. Current Ohio License as a Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Certification: BLS (through American Heart Association AHA).
  • Years of experience: Minimum 1 year of related nursing experience preferred
  • Years of experience supervising: N/A
Full TimeFTE: 1.000000Status: Onsite

Akron Children's Hospital