Licensed Practical Nurse

Akron Children's Hospital

Location Struthers, OH, 44471

Date Posted 18 May 2026

Job TypeFull Time

New Rates of Pay and $2,000 Sign on bonus available

Bonus paid in full with first paycheck

Full-time, 40 hours/week

Variable dayshift

Onsite

Summary:

Assist in assessing, planning, and delivering care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse and or Provider to provide basic bedside care within prescribed limitations for hospital patients of all ages.

Responsibilities:

Assist in the collection of patient data for analysis by an RN or Provider
Observes patient and reports any unusual conditions to professional staff
Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments
Performs routine laboratory testing
Provides education and information to patients and family members
Participates in the departmental orientation of new employees in a positive manner, shares knowledge, experiences, and provides guidance when assigned
Maintains complete and up-to-date documentation and files at all times
Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO
Performs other assigned task to promote efficient practice operation and contribute to the provision of quality patient care
Other duties assigned

Other information:

Technical Expertise

Excellent customer service
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) preferred
EPIC or similar EMR software preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Previous Physician Office experience preferred
Ability to perform Phlebotomy preferred

Education and Experience

Education: Graduate from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program. Current Ohio License as a Licensed Practical Nurse
Certification: BLS (through American Heart Association AHA).
Years of experience: Minimum 1 year of related nursing experience preferred
Years of experience supervising: N/A

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite