Acute Care -Licensed Practical Nurse/Lpn - Part Time - 7Am-7Pm

Wilson Health is looking for a direct hire Acute Care (Medical Surgical-Telemetry) Licensed Practical Nurse for our location in Sidney, Ohio (North Dayton, Ohio) area.

Key Perks and Benefits:

• Access to Employer Direct Care Clinic. Free medical care and pharmacy services for eligible employees and dependents covered by Wilson Health's medical insurance plan.

• Generous paid time off program beginning day one.

• Medical Insurance: Your Choice of Two High Deductible Health Plan Options or a PPO, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• H S A with employer contribution for eligible health plans, FSA for medical and dependent care expenses

• Company Paid Short Term Disability Insurance

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and employee and dependent Life and AD&D Insurance.

• Industry leading retirement plan- employer contributions begin day one, no waiting period for participation.

• Tuition Assistance Program.

Employment Status: Part Time

Working Hours: 24 hours a week (48 hours per pay period)

Shift: 3rd shift (7 am -7 pm)

Position Reports to: Acute Care Nurse Manager

Department Description: Wilson Health's Acute Care Department is a 23-bed medical-surgical -telemetry unit. This unit is where patients receive active but short-term treatment for a server injury or episode of illness, an urgent medical condition, or during recovery from surgery.

Job Summary: The Acute Care LPN functions under the rules/regulations of the State of Ohio Nurse Practice Act under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. She/he provides direct patient care, special treatments, and procedures at a professional level equivalent to her/his training.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs nursing care based on established clinical practice standards and the code of professional ethics appropriate for LPN role. Reports critical values/results to the Registered Nurse for timely action, e.g. vital signs, pain, blood sugar, lab findings, 15-minute safety checks and EKG results.

• Recognizes patients experiencing actual/potential life-threatening conditions and responds appropriately within the LPN scope of practice.

• Follows emergency protocols/procedures, based on LPN role and patient needs. Follows American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Professional Ethics.

• Demonstrates consideration for special needs, behaviors of specific age groups across the lifespan and individuals served when providing care. Provides information regarding procedures and equipment to patient and/or significant other.

• Participates in performance improvement activities to improve care delivery processes, nursing quality and patient safety.

• Demonstrates knowledge of role in emergency situations.

• Assumes responsibility for attending mandatory meetings, in-services, continuing education and participating in committees as opportunities occur.

• Documents care provided in timely, accurate and complete manner, using appropriate form and manages protected health information in compliance with HIPAA laws at all times.

• Performs clerical and supportive duties to promote efficient unit operations.

• Meets Hospital continuing education requirements, assesses own knowledge, maintains professional growth/development, participates in seminars and workshops to improve knowledge and skills.

Qualifications:

• Required Minimum Education: Vocational/Technical Degree

• Current license as LPN by the State of Ohio Board of Nursing

• IV Therapy Card

• Current certification in Basic Life Support

Mission & Vision & Values:

• Improve the health and wellness of the community by delivering compassionate, quality care.

• Be a trusted, nationally-recognized leader of innovative, collaborative, community health.

• A.S.P.I.R.E - Always serve with professionalism, integrity, respect, and excellence.

EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)