East Tower Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Title

East Tower 9 Licensed Practical Nurse 2

East | Tower 9 Surgical Musculoskeletal

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire:
Graduation from recognized practical nurse program, current Ohio LPN license and certification in intravenous medication administration. Previous patient care experience preferred

Ongoing:
Maintains current Ohio license and intravenous medication certification. Maintains competence in technical, interpersonal and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions. Meets mandatory educational and health requirements.

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care provided to patients. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, who reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team provides patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient's involvement in his/her own plan of care, improving service levels, reducing the length of hospitalization and decreasing costs.

Patients and their family will experience the benefits of patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members.

Position Summary:

The LPN provides patient care as assigned under the direction of the RN or LIP. The LPN provides care in collaboration with the patient, family, and other members of the patient care team. The LPN administers care utilizing the nursing process and practices within their scope of practice and the standards of the OSUWMC.

East Hospital - Tower (0397)

Regular

24

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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