LPN Neuro Transitional Care Step Down

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Cleveland Clinic you will provide care to patients who suffer from ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, subdural hematomas, status epilepticus/seizures, brain tumors, neuromuscular disorders and spinal injuries.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

**Responsibilities:**

+ Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.

+ Observes patients and reports any unusual conditions to professional staff.

+ Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.

+ Performs routine laboratory tests.

+ 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 the National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by JCAHO.

+ Follows Code Blue protocol as per Clinic Policy.

+ Other duties as assigned.

**Education:**

+ Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.

**Certifications:**

+ Current Ohio License as an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

+ Basic Life Support(BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA).

+ If in an ED, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire or within one year of beginning work in the Emergency Department.

**Work Experience:**

+ NON PRN - Three months of on the job training to become familiar with policies, procedures, equipment, and techniques.

+ LPN - PRN positions.

+ Internal candidates must have a minimum of one year related nursing experience.

+ External candidates must have two years recent and related experience.

**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.

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Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities