What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN IV - Hamilton - 5 Main Acute Medical and Oncology - FT/Nights position at Kettering Health?
Incentives
Sign-on Bonus! Up to $3,000 available to eligible applicants**
**Possible Incentives for external LPNs
- Up to $3,000 Sign-on Bonus based on shift
- Returning employees must not have been employed by Kettering Health for the last 6 months prior to rehire
Overview
Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.
Campus Overview
Kettering Health Hamilton
- Kettering Health Hamilton, formerly Fort Hamilton Hospital, has been serving the Hamilton community for over 90 years.
- Leads the way to better health in the Butler County area, serving patients from Fairfield, Oxford, Cincinnati, Middletown and surrounding communities.
- KH Hamilton offerings include maternity, emergency, the most advanced wound healing in Butler County, and a range of outpatient services.
- In 2020, KH Hamilton received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
- Full-service, community hospital licensed for 203 beds.
- In 2020, KH Hamilton received several awards from Healthgrades:
- America’s 250 Best Hospitals (2018-2020)
- America’s 100 Best Pulmonary Care (2018-2020)
- Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award (2020)
Responsibilities & Requirements
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing care to individuals through the application of basic knowledge of the biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences under the direction of a registered nurse. The LPN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law. The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values and philosophies, of the organization and nursing departments.
The Licensed Practical Nurse reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.
Minimum EducationGraduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN)Evidence of completion of an OBN course in medication administration
Required Licenses[Ohio, United States] Licensed Practical NurseLicensed in the state of Ohio as a Licensed Practical Nurse
Required SkillsBLS Certification
Required SkillsProficiency with computer programs: EPIC, I Heal, Healthstream and Healogics University (Healogics Competencies)
