At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

　　*PRN (as needed) position

　　JOB SUMMARY:

　　The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the direction of a RN and with his/her team partner(s) to provide direct patient care. As a member of the Statement: Patient Care Team, the LPN is trained to perform a wide range of essential patient services including designated medication/intravenous administration.

　　The LPN performs a variety of basic age-specific duties to assist in the care of the patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). All clinical care will be done under the direction of the RN who has determined appropriate tasks for delegation. The LPN makes observations as directed by the RN and reports deviations to the RN. Under the direction of the RN, the LPN delegates nursing tasks to non-licensed personnel.

　　EDUCATION:

　　High School Diploma/GED

　　Current LPN license in State of Ohio (Licensed Practical Nurse)

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

　　EXPERIENCE:

　　Orientation program is provided

　　Computer literacy

　　BLS certified by American Heart Association

　　Education Qualifications - List the minimum education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position.

　　Required Minimum Education:

　　Diploma, Certificate or Associates Degree

　　Specialty/Major:

　　Nursing

　　Specialty/Major:

　　Nursing

　　Licensing/ Certification - If registration, certification or licensure is required, include the name of the accrediting or licensing body.

　　Licensure/Certification Required:

　　Current nursing license in the State of Ohio, BLS and any other unit specific certification requirement

　　Licensure/Certification Preferred:

　　Hold national certification in clinical specialty or leadership within 6 months of eligibility

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Minimum Years and Type of Experience: 1yr of nursing experience preferred

　　PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Performs repetitive tasks/motions; Hears alarm bells, telephone, and other sounds; Hears normal conversation; Have good manual dexterity; Have good eye-hand-foot coordination; Have clarity of vision: Near (< 20”); Have clarity of vision: Mid (> 20” – 20’); Distinguish colors

　　PHYSICAL DEMANDS

　　Please indicate the activity’s level of frequency that applies to this position using the following frequency scale:

　　1 = Not at all within shift (0%)

　　2 = Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

　　3 = Frequently within shift (34-66%)

　　4 = Continuously within shift (67-100%)

　　Standing = 3; Walking = 2; Sitting = 1; Balancing = 2; Reaching above head = 3; Lift/Carry > 50 lbs < 100 lbs. = 4; Climbing = 1; Bending = 2; Twist at Waist = 3; Push/Pull with force < 50 lbs = 2; Reaching above shoulder = 2; Lift from floor level up = 2; Crouching/Squatting = 2; Crawling = 1; Kneeling = 3; Push/Pull with force > 50 lbs = 3; Lift/Carry up to 50 lbs. = 2; Lift from waist = 1

　　MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Reads and interprets written/oral instructions; Sets and meets deadlines, prioritizes work and works independently; Defines and understands issues and problems; Examines data and draws logical conclusions demonstrating the ability to apply high levels of critical thinking and understanding; Expresses or exchanges ideas by means of oral or written communications; Makes decisions which have significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside immediate work unit; Organizes thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology; Must be flexible and able to adapt to change

　　WORKING CONDITIONS

　　Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur; General office environment - works generally at a desk in a well-lighted, airconditioned office area, with moderate noise levels; May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids; Potential exposure to infectious organisms; May have periods of constant interruptions; Prolonged periods of working alone may occur

　　Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

　　Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts

　　Life insurance w/AD&D

　　Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

　　Paid time off

　　Educational Assistance

　　And much more

　　*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

　　All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]