Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - job in Sandusky, Ohio.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) job overview:

• Performs position specific job functions at an acceptable level with minimal direction.
• Maintain certifications, education, and development appropriate for position.
• Completes position responsibilities by following established guidelines and protocols within the appropriate time frame.
• Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and corporation.
• Exceed expectations of internal and external customers: Patients, families, physicians, colleagues, visitors, and vendors
• Provide the highest level of care to those individuals and healthcare organizations we serve through our valued team of professionals.
• Administers nursing care within scope of practice under direction of registered nurse, licensed physician, dentist, podiatrist, optometrist, or chiropractor. Administers controlled drugs such as narcotics & minor tranquilizers & non-controlled medications.
• Maintains medication accountability records; observes documents & reports patient conditions. Observes, records and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Educates patient / family about diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
• Assesses patient needs and suggests solutions to patient care problems.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments. Administers injections, performs EKG testing.
• Assists physicians with physical exams, treatments &/or laboratory tests. Assists in emergencies by administering first-aid, performing cardio-pulmonary resuscitation &/or restraining patients.
• Provides general care to patients. Assists with personal grooming & hygiene, bathing, or daily living activities.
• Accurately records vital signs, reconciles patients' medications, allergies, and current problem list. Documents needed prescription refills and/or other vital clinical information.
• Prepares equipment and aids physicians during treatment, examination and testing of patients.
• Responsible for reporting improperly operating medical equipment and instruments to supervisor.
• Regularly interacts with physicians and other departments to identify and resolve problems. Responds to / refers to incoming patient treatment related phone calls.
• Maintains patient, employee and clinic confidentiality. Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials.
• Ensures cleanliness of exam areas. Cleans nurses' station & medication room/medication cart.
• Restocks medication carts. Orders medication & medical supplies

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - job qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate from an accredited college, university, or vocational nursing program approved by the appropriate State agency and accredited.
• License to practice nursing as a licensed practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing
• CPR - AHA, ARC or Other
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a clinic or hospital setting.

Come join our team of healthcare professionals!