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Aultman Health Foundation LPN - STEPDOWN - MEM 5 SOUTH (SURGERY) in Canton, Ohio

Req# 23772 Aultman Health Foundation, CANTON, OH AULTMAN HOSPITAL Aultman Health Foundation Full Time, Day/Night rotating, 7A-7P and 7P-7A rotating + every other weekend and holiday *Up to a $10,000 LPN SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE WITH A 1-YEAR COMMITMENT *$4,000 NEW GRAD LPN LOAN FORGIVENESS AVAILABLE WITH A 2-YEAR COMMITMENT UNIT DESCRIPTION: Memorial 5 South consists of 24 private rooms, each with the capability of telemetry monitoring. Six of these rooms are designated 'progressive care.' The unit is designed to care for medical and surgical adult patients requiring specialized care. There are many various types of patients on Memorial 5 South. Some of these patients include: post operative neurosurgical patients, neurosurgical patients requiring medical treatment and observation, patients requiring lumbar drains and/or subarachnoid drains, patients requiring administration of intrathecal medication infusions, post-operative and trauma patients requiring specialized care and patients requiring telemetry monitoring for cardiac arrhythmias. In addition, patients requiring inotropic therapy for cardiac or renal disease may be maintained per hospital policy and protocol. In acute situations, appropriate interventions may be initiated for stabilization with subsequent timely transfer to an intensive care unit. Also, the progressive rooms are designed for the care of patients requiring invasive blood pressure monitoring. PURPOSE OF POSITION: The primary purpose of the Licensed Practice Nurse - to provide direct patient care, provide patient and family teaching, and work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health care team in maintaining standards of nursing care under the direction of the registered nurse and within the framework of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act. QUALIFICATION: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Ohio IV certified Current BLS certification Demonstrate proficiency in basic nursing service, knowledge, and skills Demonstrate knowledge of evidence-based practice MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or the situation Identifies and reports changes in patients' status to Registered Nurse for evaluation Documents nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment under the direction of the Registered Nurse Administers treatments and other direct care Prepares and administers medications as prescribed Administers peripheral IV medications as prescribed within the scope of licensure under the supervision of the Registered nurse Observes and evaluates residents' responses to medications Identifies and promptly communicates adverse drug reactions to the Registered Nurse Collects specimens as ordered Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. WORKING CONDITIONS: Working hours vary according to departmental needs. Works under the direct supervision of an RN. Lunch and break periods will be assigned by the Charge RN. Requires full range of body motion wh

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