About this role
Position: Licensed Practical Nurse
Department: Advanced Care
Shift: 7:00 pm-7:00 am Full Time 36 hours a week, 72 hours per pay period
Facility: Miami Valley Hospital
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a crucial role in patient care, working collaboratively under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). The LPN is an integral part of the nursing team, contributing to the successful implementation of patient care plans. This role requires accountability for adhering to the Ohio Nurse Practice Act, applicable regulatory standards, and institutional policies. Ultimately, the LPN provides essential physical, emotional, and spiritual support that directly and indirectly enhances the well-being and outcomes for patients and their families.
Qualifications for the position
- A valid Ohio Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- Current AHA BLS (American Heart Association Basic Life Support) certification.
- Certified to administer medications.
- A minimum of a diploma-level education.
- IV Certification, preferred
Key Skills:
- Strong organizational skills.
- The ability to multitask effectively, even with frequent interruptions, while maintaining a pleasant demeanor.
- Practical interpersonal and communication skills.
- Basic computer knowledge.
Other facts
About Premier Health
Based in Dayton, Ohio, Premier Health’s mission is We care. We teach. We innovate. We Serve. Home to the nation’s 31st largest hospital, the region’s only adult Level I trauma center and the largest locally based clinical laboratory, Premier Health continues to build upon a more than 130-year legacy of providing clinical excellence and compassionate care to friends and neighbors across Southwest Ohio. The health system offers award-winning care at five hospital sites: Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton with additional inpatient sites at Miami Valley Hospital South in Centerville and Miami Valley Hospital North in Englewood; Atrium Medical Center in Middletown; and Upper Valley Medical Center in Miami County. In addition, Premier Health provides a comprehensive range of care choices at its eight emergency departments, eight Urgent Care locations, and more than 130 outpatient locations and affiliated primary care and specialty physician offices, as well as home health, mental health, and substance abuse services.
What you'll do
- The LPN plays a crucial role in patient care, working collaboratively under the direction of an RN. They are accountable for adhering to the Ohio Nurse Practice Act and provide essential support to enhance patient well-being.
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