RN- Staff Nurse / LPN - 4 East (Nights) - FT
4 East (Pediatrics)
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.
When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a competent Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality patient care in an inpatient. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, the LPN will assist with patient assessments, contribute to care planning, and evaluate care outcomes, utilizing foundational knowledge in biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences. The RN will deliver comprehensive patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, while prescribing, delegating, and coordinating nursing care across the health system. Both roles require effective communication and collaboration with patients, their significant others, and the healthcare team, maintaining professional nursing standards and meeting organizational requirements.
Responsibilities:
For LPN:

• Assist Physicians, Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and RNs in patient assessment, planning, and evaluating care quality.
• Provide direct technical nursing care to patients.
• Administer medications as ordered by a licensed provider after completing the required 90-hour Pharmacology Course and National Exam.
• Maintain clinical competency through ongoing education.
• Report patient symptoms, reactions, and progress to the healthcare team.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and orderly environment, adhering to universal precautions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and respond to collected data results.

For RN:

• Recognize and intervene appropriately with medically unstable patients across all age groups.
• Administer medications safely and accurately within RN scope of practice.
• Assist with invasive and non-invasive procedures.
• Formulate and implement nursing care plans.
• Document and communicate patient conditions effectively.
• Supervise and provide direction to LPNs, POCTs, and ancillary staff.
• Monitor and ensure timely execution of physician orders.
• Maintain knowledge of medical/surgical equipment and procedures.
• Promote patient safety by identifying risks and adhering to fall risk protocols.

Requirements:
For LPN:

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program with current Ohio licensure.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Proficiency in phlebotomy, EKG, vital signs, medication administration, and various diagnostic tests.
• Ability to care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients under supervision.
• Competence in operating office systems, including EPIC and standard office equipment.

For RN:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program with current Ohio RN licensure.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (preferred).
• Strong clinical skills with the ability to manage diverse patient needs.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical
history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.