LPN - Academic Accountable Care Unit ****NEW****

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:For immediate consideration, please email Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Tonya Globlek at TGloblek@mchs.com.

Mount Carmel Nurses are the heartbeat of our health system. We have several opportunities for both new graduates and experienced nurses. Regardless of your experience, we want to connect with you!  

About the Unit: 

The Academic Accountable Care Unit at Mount Carmel St. Ann's is a 35-bed intermediate care unit.  The Registered Nurse would expect to see a mixture of medical/surgical, telemetry and critically ill patients with several co-morbidities.  Most patients have underlying cardiac issues.  This unit is a great area to grow and learn – wonderful opportunity to grow to ICU.  It is a fast-paced, great teamwork and engaging environment with a focus on individualized and evidence-based care. Nurses on this unit will have the unique opportunity to collaborate with multiple disciplines such as resident interns, attending physicians, pharmacy and case management in a teaching environment aimed at providing the best model of patient care.

About Mount Carmel St. Ann's: 

Mount Carmel St. Ann’s has always been the sole, full-service inpatient hospital in northeast central Ohio. But thanks to a recent expansion, it’s transformed into a regional medical center with a long list of patient-centered facilities and services.

Today St. Ann’s is home to a fully integrated cardiovascular center of excellence with open-heart capabilities, a Primary Stroke Center, a dedicated Women’s Health Center, a Maternity Pavilion that welcomes nearly 4,000 new babies every year, an award-winning Network Cancer Program, the first Cyberknife® robotic radiosurgery center in central Ohio and a dedicated orthopedics and spine unit.

These state-of-the-art facilities and capabilities, along with our exceptional team of medical professionals, allow Mount Carmel St. Ann’s to provide award-winning, patient-centered care.

What we offer: 

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee recognition incentive program
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement
• Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing
• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day!

About the job:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides administrative support and patient care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs under the direction of a Provider or RN.

What you will do:

• DELEGATION:  Directs unlicensed staff in work related activities under the supervision of a registered nurse. Demonstrates the ability to manage the patient assignment effectively.
• NURSING PROCESS: LPN will use assessment skill to collect data and then collaborate with RN to discuss next steps in the care of the patient.
• COMMUNICATION: Communicates pertinent clinical information to appropriate members of the patient care team. Keeps patient/family appraised/updated.
• EDUCATION: Provides patient/family education under the direction of the registered nurse
• CONTINUITY PLANNING: In conjunction with the physician and RN, identifies discharge needs, participates in planning and completes continuity of care forms as appropriate.
• COLLABORATION: Collaborates with attending physicians, house staff, registered nurse, and other health care disciplines regarding patient care.
• SAFE PRACTICE: Performs treatments and procedures according to approved standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Verifies and implements physician/other licensed independent practitioner’s orders.  Administers medications, according to the organization’s standards, policies, procedures and/or guidelines. Initiates appropriate emergency procedures within the scope of practice under the direction of the RN/physician.  Practices proper patient identification procedures.  Maintains equipment appropriate to the care environment.  Establishes priorities for the delivery of nursing care and meets patient needs.
• DOCUMENTATION: Documents accurately and completely pertinent information/data in accordance with documentation standards, policies, procedures and/or guidelines.
• COMPUTER SKILLS: Utilizes computer systems effectively, including.  ATK.  Systems appropriate to area.  Registrar.  Appropriate use of Internet/Intranet.
• INITIATIVE: Takes responsibility to facilitate improvements in patient services, staff/physician relationships and the working climate. Is responsible/accountable for professional development and maintaining licensure requirements. Takes responsibility for own education.
• Administration of medications: Please see the Scope of practice for LPN set forth by the Ohio Board of Nursing

What we are looking for:

• Successful completion of an approved Pharmacology Course with NAPNES Certification, OOPNES Certification or Ohio Board of Nursing Card.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle required; possesses a valid driver’s license from the State of Ohio and has access to a functional automobile during work hours.
• Requires use of a personal vehicle with valid auto insurance.
• Current clinical experience, preferably in community home health or hospice setting.
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting completed as required by Ohio law.
• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing
• Licensure: Current license in good standing to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Ohio
• Certification: Current BLS/CPR and maintain current certification; IV certification preferred

Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.