LPN Medical Oncology

Southwest General•Middleburg Heights, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Southwest General Health Center is a 352-bed community hospital located in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. One of the last standing community hospitals in Northeast Ohio, we partner with University Hospitals and other local community organizations to provide a full range of services to all who need us. We are certified as a Level III Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center, and have been serving our community for over 100 years! The 2D Medical Oncology unit is a 32-bed unit that also sees Breakthrough Program and occasional telemetry patients. It is a busy unit and a great place for new grad nurses to build and solidify their skills. Friendly, upbeat staff provide excellent patient care while focusing on teamwork to help the unit run smoothly. No call or rotating shifts. The LPN is a licensed caregiver who provides nursing care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Participates in the nursing process in the planning, implementation and evaluation of care in accordance with patient care standards and physician orders. They act as a liaison between the physician, patient and family and collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team. They assist in the orientation process of new personnel, and may participate in Health Center and department committees. The LPN must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental, age, and/or psycho-social maturity.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited LPN school of nursing.
Current licensure by Ohio State Board of Nursing.
IV and Antibiotic certification required.
CPR, BLS required.

Nice To Haves

New grads welcome.

Responsibilities

Provides nursing care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Participates in the nursing process in the planning, implementation and evaluation of care in accordance with patient care standards and physician orders.
Acts as a liaison between the physician, patient and family.
Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Assists in the orientation process of new personnel.
May participate in Health Center and department committees.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental, age, and/or psycho-social maturity.