What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Northeast Ohio Neighborhood?
General Duties
Under the general supervision of the Director of Nursing Affairs or Assistant Directors, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting with all basic examinations of patients and will arrange for any subsequent testing of the patient. The LPN administers oral and inject medication, changes dressings, remove sutures, screening patients and perform other duties as requested. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan (or receive cross-training) to provide age-specific care to all patient age groups, i.e. infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Education
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a valid license to practice nursing in the State of Ohio
- Successful completion of 90-hour pharmacology course with annual CNE.
- Must have the flexibility to allow for work schedule at all NEON Health Center locations.
- One to two years of experience preferred, but not required
Technical Skills
- Demonstrated knowledge proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Ability to learn the use of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Electronic Practice Management (EPM) systems.