Homecare LPN

First Day Homecare•Belding, MI

12h

About The Position

The Homecare LPN provides skilled nursing care to clients in their homes, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, professional standards, the Nurse Practice Act, medical practitioner orders, and each client’s care plan. Nursing services are provided under the direction of a medical practitioner, such as an MD, DO, NP, or PA. The position serves clients ages 0 and up throughout Ionia County, including clients with tracheostomies, ventilators, and feeding tubes. The role reports to the Clinical Supervisor and has no supervision responsibilities. First Day Homecare is a homecare provider specializing in pediatric Private Duty Nursing and other home- and community-based services. Its mission is to improve clients’ lives through comprehensive care, oversight, and collaboration for children and adults who are aging in place, medically complex, or living with chronic conditions. The company emphasizes evidence-based standards of care, collaboration, over-communication, putting people first, and transparency. This position is with an independently owned and operated franchise; the franchisee receives applications and makes hiring decisions.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
Current license to practice as an LPN in the state of operation.
Current CPR certification.
Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Licensed driver with an automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide professional nursing care within the scope defined by the state Nurse Practice Act.
Provide care in accordance with medical practitioner orders and the client’s care plan.
Maintain client orders and document changes in orders in the medical record according to Agency procedures.
Provide personal care services, monitor and report findings, administer medications, teach clients, and intervene in emergencies.
Provide specialized pediatric services, including tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings.
Work collaboratively with other members of the client’s care team.
Promote personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
Comply with Agency policies and procedures and applicable payor and accreditation standards.
Participate in care coordination and attend Agency meetings as requested.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as necessary.