Licensed Practical Nurse - HOMECARE
Akron, Ohio
- Eligibility
- LPN
Posted Aug 20 · New grads welcomed · reported
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Per Diem
- On the floor
- On call
- Practice
- Epic charting
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- LPN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Similar roles post
- OH nursing roles that state pay post $36/hr to $48/hr
OH nursing postings that state pay run $29/hr to $57/hr, the middle half $36/hr to $48/hr, across 653 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
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About this role
Overview
At Akron Children’s, careers in nursing feel different. You make an impact on a daily basis, face-to-face, on children and their families. You do much more than treat patients. As the individual your patients come to recognize, rely on and smile at, you go beyond the title of nurse. Because this is more than a job. It’s what you were meant to do.
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- Helpful
- Personable
- Positive
- Sincere
- Understanding
- Job Description
- Job Requisition Number 35924
Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides skilled nursing care to individuals and groups under the direction of a Registered Nurse or licensed provider. The LPN assists in assessing, planning, delivering, and documenting patient care, supports patient/family education, and contributes to the overall quality and safety of the healthcare environment. Care is provided in accordance with ACH standards, regulatory requirements, and within the scope of practice for LPNs.
Responsibilities
Provide age-appropriate nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or designated provider, applying basic knowledge of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet the needs of individuals and groups. Collects and monitors patient data, including packaging and obtaining specimens and labs, contributing to assessments and promptly communicating abnormal findings or changes in condition to the appropriate provider. Participates in developing and implementing patient care and discharge plans under RN direction, delivers nursing care and treatments as ordered, and assists with personal care and activities of daily living to maintain hygiene and nutrition.
Safely administer prescribed medications, injections, and treatments while monitoring for adverse reactions, and ensure all providers orders are followed for patient treatment. Provides education to patients, families, and caregivers regarding health, treatments, and self-care. Document all aspects of patient care in accordance with hospital policies and nursing care standards.
Adheres to regulatory standards and ACH policies, maintains a safe and clean environment, and reports safety concerns as appropriate. Works collaboratively as a member of the patient care team, engages in ongoing education and professional development, and performs additional duties to support efficient operations and quality patient care. Other duties as assigned.
Education
Graduate from an accredited school of licensed practical nursing.
Licensure
Current, valid LPN license in the state of Ohio.
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Additional certifications (e.g., PEARS, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, NRP) may be required based on assignment or department/unit. Years of relevant
experience
Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience is preferred. Years of supervisory
experience
none
On Call
FTE: 0.001000 Status: Onsite
Application details and notices
Other information
Technical Expertise
Excellent patient care, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively with all levels within the organization. Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software. Experience with electronic medical records (e.g., Epic) preferred. Previous experience in healthcare, home care, or physician office settings preferred.
Education and Experience
Sourced from Akron Children's’ careers page.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of licensed practical nursing.
- Current, valid LPN license in the state of Ohio.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Additional certifications (e.g., PEARS, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, NRP) may be required based on assignment or department/unit.
Place
- City
- Akron, Ohio
- Median rent
- $955/mo
- Local household income
- $48,076/yr
- Metro price level
- 7% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Akron area index 93.4, where 100 is the national average.
Akron's cost of living sits about 6% below the national average, letting you actually bank your nursing paycheck. Between shifts, hit Highland Square for indie coffee, ride the Towpath Trail past old rubber mills, or escape to Cuyahoga Valley National Park's waterfalls—just minutes from downtown.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
How this role fits you
About the employer
You would be joining a non-profit pediatric hospital in Akron, Ohio, whose mission is to improve the health of children, teenagers, and young adults through care, education, research, advocacy, and community partnerships. Documentation is in Epic. If you already have…
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