Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Medical-Surgical/Observation | Zanesville, Ohio

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) jobs in Zanesville, Ohio: join a collaborative hospital-based team for a 13-week Medical-Surgical and Observation nursing contract with consistent night shifts and a 36-hour workweek. Care for patients across specialty units while working alongside experienced nursing professionals. Zanesville offers a welcoming community, convenient local amenities, outdoor recreation, and the scenic beauty of southeastern Ohio.

LPN Job Details

• Location: Zanesville, Ohio
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,680-$1,770
• Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Healthcare Setting: Hospital-based Medical-Surgical/Observation unit
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m.
• Weekend Requirement: Every third weekend
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• End Date: February 15, 2027
• Call Requirement: None

Licensed Practical Nurse Requirements

• Active Ohio LPN license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• IV certification
• At least 2 years of current or recent hospital nursing experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with the Epic electronic medical record system
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry; competency will be evaluated during orientation
• Ability to manage a patient assignment of approximately five patients with RN oversight
• Strong communication, clinical judgment, organization, and teamwork skills

Medical-Surgical LPN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to patients on Medical-Surgical and Observation units.
• Float between Med-Surg areas as needed, including Surgical, Respiratory, Wound Care, Stroke, Oncology, Cardiac, and Observation units.
• Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes in status, and promptly communicate concerns to the supervising RN and care team.
• Administer medications and treatments within the scope of practice and applicable hospital policies.
• Perform patient assessments, document care accurately in Epic, and maintain timely clinical records.
• Read telemetry and report significant rhythm or patient changes appropriately.
• Collaborate with registered nurses and interdisciplinary team members to support individualized care plans.
• Promote patient safety, comfort, dignity, and adherence to hospital standards throughout each shift.

Apply now for this Medical-Surgical LPN contract opportunity in Zanesville, Ohio, and join a supportive hospital nursing team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.