LPN, Physician Center - Family Practice

PHYSICIAN CENTER LPN

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading non‑profit healthcare organization passionately dedicated to improving the health and well‑being of our community. Since 1898, LMHS has been a cornerstone of healthcare excellence in Licking County, offering a full spectrum of patient care from emergency medicine to home health and specialized services such as cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, the LPN will provide nursing care to individuals and groups that requires basic knowledge of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences.

• Assists Physicians, NPs, RNs in the assessment of patients and contributes information in planning and evaluating quality patient care.
• Provides direct technical nursing care to patients.
• Administers medications ordered by a licensed provider after completing the 90‑hour Pharmacology Course and passing the National Exam.
• Maintains excellence in clinical competency and nursing skills through continuing education.
• Informs Physician, NP, or RN of patient’s symptoms, reactions, progress and other information pertaining to patient’s care.
• Maintains a clean, safe and orderly environment for patients, visitors, and staff while practicing Universal Precautions.
• Participates in the ongoing quality improvement program and responds to results obtained from data collection.

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program and maintains current licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Functions within the scope of practice of a licensed practical nurse as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
• Maintains BCLS certification.
• Possesses basic analytical ability to perform assigned tasks and gather and interpret data in situations that are not difficult or complex.
• Demonstrates ability to provide care for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients under supervision of a licensed physician, NP and/or RN.
• Demonstrates knowledge, skill and ability to perform: phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs, medication administration by oral, nebulizer, IM, SQ routes for children and adults, ear lavage, monofilament, glucometer, occult blood, visual and auditory acuity, strep screen, urinalysis, urine pregnancy, specimen collection and preparation as applicable to the practice setting.
• Demonstrates ability to proficiently operate various office machines including office computer systems (IDX, EMR, Meditech), fax, telephone, photocopier.
• May require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards as mandated by LMH’s accreditation with DNV and TJC.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. LMHS does not discriminate against applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, or other characteristics protected by law.