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No matter what your job title, the work you do at Kaiser Permanente Ohio supports the health of our Cleveland-area members. Each of us-from our financial professionals and IT team members to our RNs and physicians on the front line of care-plays a vital role in providing the best possible care experience. Together, we share a commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of our members and communities. Northeastern Ohio is great place to live and work. At the heart of the region, the city of Cleveland sits on the shores of Lake Erie. A melting pot of culturally diverse neighborhoods, exciting major league sports teams, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland is also a center for art and culture with many museums, as well as the renowned Cleveland Orchestra and PlayhouseSquare. Come build a rewarding career in an environment that supports your success.
The Licensed Practical Nurse position exists to assist in the delivery of quality care to Kaiser Permanente members seeking care in the ambulatory setting under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse, Physician, Dentist, Optometrist, Chiropractor, or Podiatrist.
Essential Functions:
- Contributes to all steps of the nursing process to include patient observation, direct patient care, patient teaching within scope, contributing to the planning and evaluation of patient care. Administers medications and treatments and executes regimens authorized by an appropriate individual i.e, physician or advanced practice nurse
- Contributes to the evaluation of the patient's response to care provided through documentation and communication with other members of the health care team. Provides follow up as directed
- Assists with emergent/crisis situations upon delegation by the RN or physician and prioritizes appropriately. Escalates issues appropriately per the chain of command
- Demonstrates critical thinking in the ambulatory care setting. Completes delegated tasks in a timely manner. Contributes to the nursing assessment of patients by collecting, reporting, and documenting objective and subjective data in an accurate and timely manner
- Demonstrates compassion and empathy to their patients. Must have a "customer first" attitude. Must work well with other department disciplines
- Participates in data collection for quality control and quality assurance to include activities associated with POCT, unit readiness
- Works flexible hours, various locations, and other duties as assigned
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Requirements |
Basic Qualifications:
- Graduate of NLN-accredited School of Practical Nursing
- Possess a current, active and unrestricted license in the State of Ohio as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Must have Pharmacology Certification or IV Certification
- BCLS certification from the American Heart Association
Preferred Qualifications:
- One year clinical experience within an acute or ambulatory care setting preferred
- Previous clinical experience within the designated specialty strongly preferred
Primary Location: Ohio-Fairlawn
Scheduled Hours (1-40): 32
Shift: Day
Working Days: Monday thru Friday
Working Hours Start: 8:30 a.m.
Working Hours End: 5:15 p.m.
Schedule: Part-time
Job Type: Standard
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group: OPEIU - Local 17
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job: LVN / LPN
Public Department Name: Family Practice
Travel: No
Job Eligible for Benefits: Yes
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. We are proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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