Licensed Practical Nurse - HOMECARE

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.

Success Profile

What makes a successful nurse at Akron Children's? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.

• Compassionate
• 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.

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

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