Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN Rehabilitation

License Practical Nurse

Job Type: Full Time
Shift: Nights ONLY
Hours: 36 hours per week (12 hour shift, 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM)

Mercy Youngstown Rehabilitation Hospital, operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy Hospitals, prioritizes your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a License Practical Nurse you will help us deliver superior patient care that goes beyond industry standards and exceeds patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey and make a difference.

A License Practical Nurse provides direct patient care using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient
• Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients
• Under the supervision of the RN, assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions
• Under the supervision of the RN, performs timely and accurate QI assessments
• Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient's needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient's condition and individual needs
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
• Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management
• Other duties as assigned

• Strong interpersonal and documentation skills required.
• Familiarity with rehab documentation systems is preferred.

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Free Parking
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses
• Working with highly engaged staff
• Healthy staffing levels
• Flexible scheduling
• Career growth

• License Practical Nurse license in the state of Ohio
• Graduate of accredited licensed practical / vocational nurse program
• CPR/BCLS certification; ACLS preferred
• IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferred
• Minimum six months' Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

"Mercy Youngstown Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Youngstown Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."