Homecare LPN

First Day Homecare•Houghton County, MI

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Homecare LPN provides skilled nursing care in clients’ homes in accordance with applicable laws, professional standards, the Nurse Practice Act, medical practitioner orders, and each client’s care plan. The role serves pediatric clients, including children with complex medical needs, and involves coordinating with families and other members of the care team. The clinical scope may include personal care, monitoring and reporting findings, medication administration, client teaching, emergency intervention, and specialized pediatric services such as tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings. The position also requires maintaining accurate medical records, promoting a safe environment, and complying with agency, payer, and accreditation requirements. The posting describes part-time day shifts for a toddler in Hancock, and part-time or full-time day and night shifts for an infant in Toivola. Compensation is $31.00–$34.00 per hour. The franchise is independently owned and operated; applications and hiring decisions are handled 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 as 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 clinical services that may include personal care, monitoring and reporting findings, medication administration, client teaching, emergency intervention, tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings.
Collaborate 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 payer and accreditation standards.
Participate in care coordination and attend agency meetings as requested.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as necessary.