Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Description
Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
• Shift: Dayshift, Monday – Friday (40 Hours/Week)
• Pay Rate: $28.00 - $31.00 per Hour
• Location: Columbus, Ohio
• Available Territories: Central Columbus, Southeast Columbus & Southwest Columbus
• Expected Travel: 30 Mile Radius (Mileage Reimbursement, $0.48/Mile)
Responsibilities:
• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Follow the plan of care, provide treatments, and work collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
• Implement plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provide patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participate in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinic Manager.
• Use and/or prepare equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique.
• Participate in personal and professional growth and development.
• Perform other duties assigned by the registered nurse.
Qualifications:
• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Must hold a current license as a Practical Nurse (LPN) or Vocational Nurse (LVN) in Ohio.
• Current licensure in state and CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
• Recent TB test, required.
• 3 years of nursing experience, preferred.
• Prior experience in community/home health and/or or medical/surgical, preferred.
• Comply with accepted professional standards and practices.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Must be able to lift, position or transfer patients and lift supplies and equipment.