Lifepoint Health·Youngstown, Ohio
The LPN provides direct patient care and medication administration for individuals in an acute rehabilitation setting. They collaborate with RNs to assess patients, implement care plans, and educate families on pain management.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Job Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
36 hour weeks (12 hour shift – 6 – 6: 30)
People are our passion and purpose.
Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Mercy Youngstown is a state-of-the-art, 60-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness.
Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.
Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient
Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients
Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions
Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessments
Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient’s needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient’s condition and individual needs
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management
Other duties as assigned
Mercy Youngstown is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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Join us in delivering high-quality care.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program with current state licensure and CPR/BCLS certification. IV certification and previous medical/surgical experience in acute care are highly preferred.
Market context
Rehabilitation LPN roles in Ohio are typically in steady demand because rehab units need nurses who can support recovery, medication administration, and daily patient monitoring across inpatient and post-acute settings. These positions can be competitive when employers want current CPR/BLS, an accredited LPN/LVN background, and IV certification or a clear plan to obtain it soon. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your IV certification status and highlight any rehab or long-term care experience in your application.
