LPN Ambulatory - Med/Surg

Join Cleveland Clinic's Digestive Disease Institute and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Digestive Disease Institute specializes in medical and surgical treatments for disorders related to the gastrointestinal tract. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most distinguished otolaryngology medical centers in the country. The LPN - Med/Surg supports pre- and post-procedure patient care while working closely with physicians and the clinical team to deliver high-quality, efficient care. Responsibilities include assisting with procedures and performing high-level disinfection and reprocessing of scopes, ensuring safety and compliance standards are met. This role plays a key part in maintaining smooth clinical operations and positive patient outcomes. A caregiver in this position works 8:00am to 5:00pm. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Provide patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or physician. Collect and document objective and subjective data and observations about patients. Complete nursing assessments and report all data. Implement the current nursing care plan, medication or treatment and communicate patients' responses. Observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments. Perform routine laboratory tests. Educate patients and family members. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Graduate of an approved school of practical nursing. Current Ohio license as a Licensed Practice Nurse. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross. Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: One year of patient care experience. IV Certified highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Requires full body motion to move and lift patients, manual finger dexterity with good eye-hand coordination. Involves extensive standing and walking. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range Minimum hourly:

$23.25 Maximum hourly: $33.50 The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).