LPN - 6 SOUTH (ONCOLOGY UNIT)

Position Summary

The primary purposes of the Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) are to provide direct patient care, patient and family teaching, and work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health‑care team in maintaining standards of nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and within the framework of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Department Summary

Memorial 6 South consists of 26 private rooms. Patients include medical patients with an oncology diagnosis, those admitted with hematological disorders, patients undergoing surgical or diagnostic oncology procedures, patients requiring administration of chemotherapy and/or blood products, patients admitted for radium/iridium implants, post‑ICU or step‑down transfer patients whose primary diagnosis is oncology‑related, and patients requiring IV conscious sedation for oncological procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, active licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI).
• IV Certification (preferred).

Department Qualifications

Complete required orientation for position.

Skills

• Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required.
• Organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time‑management skills.
• Detail‑oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care.
• Demonstrates effective communication and professional interactions with colleagues, physicians, patients, and visitors.

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Demonstrates proficiency in basic nursing service, knowledge, and skills.
• Applies evidence‑based practice.
• Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation.
• Identifies and reports changes in patients’ status to the Registered Nurse for evaluation.
• Documents nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Administers treatments and other direct care; prepares and administers medications as prescribed; observes and evaluates patients’ responses to medications and treatments; and promptly communicates adverse reactions to the Registered Nurse.
• Collects specimens as ordered.
• Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and students.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.
• Acts as a patient advocate in conjunction with other members of the health‑care team, fostering patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction.
• Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice and applicable policies.
• Adheres to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.
• Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones.
• Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications, and applicable learning assignments.

Working Conditions

Meal and break times are coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage. Shifts are scheduled or changed based on staffing needs, volume, and acuity. Work weekends and holidays as assigned or as needed. Cross‑training may be required depending on department needs.

Physical Demands

• Lifting 0‑10 lb – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Lifting 10‑20 lb – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Lifting 20‑35 lb – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Lifting 35‑50 lb – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Lifting 50‑75 lb – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Lifting 75‑100 lb – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Lifting over 100 lb – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Forward reaching – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Overhead reaching – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Standing – Continuous (66% of the day)
• Walking – Continuous (66% of the day)
• Sitting – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Climbing – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Stairs/Ladder – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Bending/stooping – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Twisting/turning – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Kneeling/squatting – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Crawling – Never
• Pushing/Pulling 0‑10 lb – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Pushing/Pulling 10‑20 lb – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Pushing/Pulling 20‑35 lb – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Pushing/Pulling 35‑50 lb – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Pushing/Pulling 50‑100 lb – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Pushing/Pulling over 100 lb – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Carrying 0‑10 lb – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Carrying 10‑20 lb – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Carrying 20‑35 lb – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Carrying 35‑50 lb – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Carrying 50‑100 lb – Occasional (10‑33%)
• Carrying over 100 lb – Never
• Grasping/repetitive sustained – Frequent (34‑65%)
• Fine motor coordination – Continuous (66% of the day)
• Vision (near/far/color) – Continuous (66% of the day)
• Hearing (ordinary conversation/other) – Continuous (66% of the day)