Homecare LPN

First Day Homecare•Shiawassee County, MI

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Homecare LPN provides skilled nursing services to clients in their homes, following federal, state, and local laws, professional standards, the Nurse Practice Act, medical practitioner orders, and each client’s care plan. All nursing services are provided under the direction of a medical practitioner. The role includes care for pediatric and teenage clients in Laingsburg, Owosso, and Durand. Available schedules include 7 a.m.–7 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7 a.m. for an infant in Laingsburg; overnight nursing for a teenager in Owosso from 10 p.m.–7 a.m. two days per week, currently Mondays and Tuesdays with flexible days; and overnight nursing for an infant in Durand from 7 p.m.–7 a.m. or 8 p.m.–8 a.m. The position offers flexible scheduling, weekly pay, 1:1 care, and paid sick time. Compensation is $31.00–$34.00 per hour. First Day Homecare is a homecare provider specializing in pediatric Private Duty Nursing and other home- and community-based services. Its stated purpose 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 franchise is independently owned and operated; hiring decisions are made by the franchisee.

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.
Deliver 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, monitor and report findings, administer medications, teach clients, and provide emergency intervention.
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 maintain 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 deemed necessary.