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* 40 hr/week - Day shift position
* $10,000 Sign on Bonus with at least 1 year experience
JOB SUMMARY:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the direction of a RN and with his/her team partner(s) to provide direct patient care. As a member of the Statement: Patient Care Team, the LPN is trained to perform a wide range of essential patient services including designated medication/intravenous administration.
The LPN performs a variety of basic age-specific duties to assist in the care of the patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). All clinical care will be done under the direction of the RN who has determined appropriate tasks for delegation. The LPN makes observations as directed by the RN and reports deviations to the RN. Under the direction of the RN, the LPN delegates nursing tasks to non-licensed personnel.
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma/GED
Current LPN license in State of Ohio (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Meets Hospital continuing education requirements, assesses own knowledge, maintains professional growth/development, participates in seminars and workshops to improve knowledge and skills.
EXPERIENCE:
Orientation program is provided
Computer literacy
BLS certified by American Heart Association
Education Qualifications - List the minimum education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Required Minimum Education:
Diploma, Certificate or Associates Degree
Specialty/Major:
Nursing
Specialty/Major:
Nursing
Licensing/ Certification - If registration, certification or licensure is required, include the name of the accrediting or licensing body.
Licensure/Certification Required:
Current nursing license in the State of Ohio, BLS and any other unit specific certification requirement
Licensure/Certification Preferred:
Hold national certification in clinical specialty or leadership within 6 months of eligibility
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Years and Type of Experience: 1yr of nursing experience preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Performs repetitive tasks/motions; Hears alarm bells, telephone, and other sounds; Hears normal conversation; Have good manual dexterity; Have good eye-hand-foot coordination; Have clarity of vision: Near (< 20"); Have clarity of vision: Mid (> 20" - 20'); Distinguish colors
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Please indicate the activity's level of frequency that applies to this position using the following frequency scale:
1 = Not at all within shift (0%)
2 = Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
3 = Frequently within shift (34-66%)
4 = Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Standing = 3; Walking = 2; Sitting = 1; Balancing = 2; Reaching above head = 3; Lift/Carry > 50 lbs < 100 lbs. = 4; Climbing = 1; Bending = 2; Twist at Waist = 3; Push/Pull with force < 50 lbs = 2; Reaching above shoulder = 2; Lift from floor level up = 2; Crouching/Squatting = 2; Crawling = 1; Kneeling = 3; Push/Pull with force > 50 lbs = 3; Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs. = 2; Lift from waist = 1
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Reads and interprets written/oral instructions; Sets and meets deadlines, prioritizes work and works independently; Defines and understands issues and problems; Examines data and draws logical conclusions demonstrating the ability to apply high levels of critical thinking and understanding; Expresses or exchanges ideas by means of oral or written communications; Makes decisions which have significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside immediate work unit; Organizes thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology; Must be flexible and able to adapt to change
WORKING CONDITIONS
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur; General office environment - works generally at a desk in a well-lighted, airconditioned office area, with moderate noise levels; May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids; Potential exposure to infectious organisms; May have periods of constant interruptions; Prolonged periods of working alone may occur
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)
Department:
Home Care- Youngstown Home Care/DME/Hospice
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
* 40 hr/week - Day shift position
* $10,000 Sign on Bonus with at least 1 year experience
JOB SUMMARY:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the direction of a RN and with his/her team partner(s) to provide direct patient care. As a member of the Statement: Patient Care Team, the LPN is trained to perform a wide range of essential patient services including designated medication/intravenous administration.
The LPN performs a variety of basic age-specific duties to assist in the care of the patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). All clinical care will be done under the direction of the RN who has determined appropriate tasks for delegation. The LPN makes observations as directed by the RN and reports deviations to the RN. Under the direction of the RN, the LPN delegates nursing tasks to non-licensed personnel.
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma/GED
Current LPN license in State of Ohio (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Meets Hospital continuing education requirements, assesses own knowledge, maintains professional growth/development, participates in seminars and workshops to improve knowledge and skills.
EXPERIENCE:
Orientation program is provided
Computer literacy
BLS certified by American Heart Association
Education Qualifications - List the minimum education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Required Minimum Education:
Diploma, Certificate or Associates Degree
Specialty/Major:
Nursing
Specialty/Major:
Nursing
Licensing/ Certification - If registration, certification or licensure is required, include the name of the accrediting or licensing body.
Licensure/Certification Required:
Current nursing license in the State of Ohio, BLS and any other unit specific certification requirement
Licensure/Certification Preferred:
Hold national certification in clinical specialty or leadership within 6 months of eligibility
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Years and Type of Experience: 1yr of nursing experience preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Performs repetitive tasks/motions; Hears alarm bells, telephone, and other sounds; Hears normal conversation; Have good manual dexterity; Have good eye-hand-foot coordination; Have clarity of vision: Near (< 20"); Have clarity of vision: Mid (> 20" - 20'); Distinguish colors
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Please indicate the activity's level of frequency that applies to this position using the following frequency scale:
1 = Not at all within shift (0%)
2 = Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
3 = Frequently within shift (34-66%)
4 = Continuously within shift (67-100%)
Standing = 3; Walking = 2; Sitting = 1; Balancing = 2; Reaching above head = 3; Lift/Carry > 50 lbs < 100 lbs. = 4; Climbing = 1; Bending = 2; Twist at Waist = 3; Push/Pull with force < 50 lbs = 2; Reaching above shoulder = 2; Lift from floor level up = 2; Crouching/Squatting = 2; Crawling = 1; Kneeling = 3; Push/Pull with force > 50 lbs = 3; Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs. = 2; Lift from waist = 1
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Reads and interprets written/oral instructions; Sets and meets deadlines, prioritizes work and works independently; Defines and understands issues and problems; Examines data and draws logical conclusions demonstrating the ability to apply high levels of critical thinking and understanding; Expresses or exchanges ideas by means of oral or written communications; Makes decisions which have significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside immediate work unit; Organizes thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology; Must be flexible and able to adapt to change
WORKING CONDITIONS
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur; General office environment - works generally at a desk in a well-lighted, airconditioned office area, with moderate noise levels; May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids; Potential exposure to infectious organisms; May have periods of constant interruptions; Prolonged periods of working alone may occur
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
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)
Department:
Home Care- Youngstown Home Care/DME/Hospice
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
