wk Full-time - Oak Harbor, OH, Ottawa Co | NW OH

Home Care Network•Oak Harbor, OH

3d•$28 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

Home Care Network, Inc. (HCN) is a nurse-owned and locally led home health agency seeking a highly skilled, experienced, accountable, and self-motivated home health LPN or RN to join our agency as a Home Health Private Duty Nurse / PDN (RN or LPN) to care for clients in and around Oak Harbor, OH (43449 | Ottawa County). We offer autonomy in a positive, client-centered culture with excellent Quality and Compliance support and training. You will report to experienced RN Case Managers. We provide weekly pay, flexible schedules, back-up accommodations for vacations, mileage reimbursement, and growth opportunities. Full-time employees are eligible for health, dental, and vision coverage plans. All employees are eligible for unlimited referral bonuses, monthly and quarterly incentives, and recognition.

Requirements

Active Ohio LPN or RN license in good standing.
At least 1 year of paid experience at a home health agency (or equivalent).
Minimum of 1 year of experience in trach care including suctioning, vent care, PEG tube feedings and medication administration, respiratory treatments (incl. nebulizer, shake vest, cough assist), wound care, colostomy care, catheter care, Hoyer lift use and transfers, and ROM exercises.
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
Active CPR and First Aid certificates highly desired (for speed to start care), but agency will provide recertification if required.
Minimum of 1 year direct patient experience with vent care is required.
Good interpersonal communication skills - written and verbal.
Reliable, honest beyond reproach, professional, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful.
Current driver's license or state ID, plus reliable transportation, are required.
Excellent attendance record with past employers.
Ability to meet all of the basic job requirements is a must.
Willingness and ability to pass state and federal background check.

Nice To Haves

2-5 years' experience is preferred.
1+ years of experience in Case Management, PICC/PORT/IV Care, lab draws, and OASIS and Non-OASIS assessments is desirable but not required.
Additional Home Health Nursing experience/ familiarity is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Performs skilled nursing functions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of the professional organization and agency.
Delivers care to clients as delegated by the RN Case Manager.
Provides professional nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Communicates appropriate status/condition changes to the RN per agency guidelines.
Provides skilled nursing visits for clients as directed by the RN Case Manager.
Follows the care plan established by the Registered Nurse.
Recognizes and reports changes in client condition to the Case Manager and physician, as directed.
Communicates information on a timely basis, consistent with agency policy and urgency of the situation.
Scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, assessment of findings, medication monitoring and administration, client teaching, emergency intervention, and nursing services within professional scope of practice and as delegated by the Case Manager.
Individuals with the license designation of "LPN M-IV" may perform venipuncture for the purpose of obtaining blood samples for laboratory analysis.
Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with policies and procedures.
Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.
Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.
Makes recommendations on improvement of safety.
Performs job in compliance with agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards.
Accepts responsibility for professional nursing role.
Follows applicable state and federal laws and agency standards.
Attends all meetings as required.
Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Refrains from discussing client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the person.
Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Agency Quality Improvement Program and pertinent activities.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Benefits

Weekly pay
Onboarding, training, and an additional 4 Hours on your first paycheck, after successfully completing your first day of work.
Flexible, customizable schedules.
Back-up accommodations for scheduled vacations
Mileage reimbursement between multiple clients
Qualifying Health, Dental and Vision Coverage Plans (for Individual + Dependent(s)/Family) for full-time employees
Generous Employee Referral Bonuses
Other company benefits and perks
Unlimited referral bonuses based on HCN's Referral Bonus Program criteria
Monthly and quarterly incentives and recognition
Growth Opportunity Support such as pay and title promotions for advanced certifications and degrees, as well as schedule accommodations for school/classes.