LPN Jobs in Kettering, OH

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), also known as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in some states, plays a critical role in the nursing industry by providing basic medical and nursing care under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and doctors. LPNs monitor the health of patients by observing and recording symptoms and vital signs, administer basic nursing care, including changing bandages and inserting catheters, provide comfort to patients by helping with daily activities such as bathing and dressing, and give medications and injections as prescribed by doctors. To succeed in this role, LPNs should have strong interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and attention to detail. They should also be compassionate, patient, and have good problem-solving skills.

Before becoming an LPN, individuals often work in roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a Home Health Aide (HHA) to gain experience in the healthcare field. These roles involve providing basic patient care and assistance with daily activities, which helps develop the essential skills needed to be successful as an LPN. To become an LPN, one must complete an approved educational program, which usually takes about one year to complete, and pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) to get licensed. LPNs may also choose to gain additional certifications in specialized areas such as gerontology, IV therapy, or pharmacology to enhance their skills and job opportunities.

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Medical Surgical / Telemetry Unit - Licensed Vocational Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse

  • Trusted Health
  • Springfield, OH (24 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, OH (24 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Candidates living Additional Details: Required Skills/Experience: Recent acute care/hospital experience Preferred Skills/Experience: 1 year of clinical patient care experience (e.g., PCT, CNA, LPN)...

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Licensed Practical Nurse-Middletown, OH FT

  • Sevita
  • Middletown, OH (18 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Middletown, OH (18 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 16 days ago

SUMMARY The Supervisor, LPN/LVN manages the LPN/LVN staff and the administration of medications, performance of physicals, provision of treatments, and scheduling of medical appointments in collaboration...

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - up to $38/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Beavercreek, OH (8 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beavercreek, OH (8 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

ShiftKey enables independent Licensed Practical Nurses like you to bid on per diem LPN shifts posted by a vast network of Healthcare Facilitiesall based on criteria you select....

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - up to $36/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Centerville, OH (8 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Centerville, OH (8 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

ShiftKey enables independent Licensed Practical Nurses like you to bid on per diem LPN shifts posted by a vast network of Healthcare Facilitiesall based on criteria you select....

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LPN Homecare - Weekends PRN / Part - Full Time

  • Maxim Healthcare
  • Miamisburg, OH (7 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Miamisburg, OH (7 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 4 hours ago

Hourly Pay: $25 - $30 Maxim Healthcare in Dayton, OH is hiring for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work with Pediatric and/or Adult patients in their own homes....

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LPN - Lab & Injection

  • Dayton Physicians Network
  • Englewood, OH (13 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood, OH (13 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 1 day ago

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team....

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Health and Wellness Coordinator - LPN

  • Brookdale Senior Living
  • Englewood, OH (13 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood, OH (13 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Education as required to obtain state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN) and a minimum of 1-2 years relevant experience. LPN or LVN license....

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LPN Ww

  • LionStone Care
  • Middletown, OH (18 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, OH (18 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited LPN program. Licensure: Current and active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license....

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Substitute LPN Clinic Assistant

  • Dayton Area School Consortium
  • Troy, OH (21 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Troy, OH (21 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Classified Substitute LPN Clinic Assistatn...this is on an "as needed" basis. You must apply on line for this position. Click on this link to begin your application....

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KPN Credentialed Med Asst/LPN-Primary Care

  • Kettering Health
  • Englewood, OH (13 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Englewood, OH (13 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 2 days ago

LPN : Graduate of accredited LPN program (or equivalent) with current Ohio license....

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KPN Credentialed Med Asst/LPN-Family Practice

  • Kettering Health
  • Beavercreek, OH (8 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Beavercreek, OH (8 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 2 days ago

LPN : Graduate of accredited LPN program (or equivalent) with current Ohio license....

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Licensed Practical Nurse- 20077289, 20088000

  • State of Ohio
  • Lebanon, OH (18 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lebanon, OH (18 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 3 days ago

practical nurse issued by Ohio Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723 Ohio Revised Code; MDS certification issued by ANNAC (i.e....

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LPN Office/Clinic - Radiation Oncology

  • Kettering Medical Center Network
  • Kettering, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Kettering, OH
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications Applicants Must Have: Current LPN license in good standing in the State of Ohio CPR certified Current Pharmacology card in State of Ohio (LPN's) Successful completion of an approved IV...

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LPN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Middletown, OH (18 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Middletown, OH (18 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse for a 13-week travel assignment in Middletown, Ohio....

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PT LPN

  • PACS
  • Beavercreek, OH (8 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Beavercreek, OH (8 miles from Kettering, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state. Current CPR certification....

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Salary for LPN Jobs in Kettering, OH

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

LPNs in Kettering, OH offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
30.5%
Bachelor's Degree
24.0%
Associate's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
13.2%
Master's Degree
7.1%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by LPNs in Kettering, OH
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
34.5%
None
22.6%
2-4 years
7.0%


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