Homecare LPN

First Day Homecare - Michigan•Hiawatha Township, MI

7d•$31 - $34

About The Position

The Homecare LPN provides skilled nursing care to a school-aged child in a homecare setting, following federal, state, and local laws, professional standards, the Nurse Practice Act, medical practitioner orders, the client’s care plan, and Agency procedures. Nursing services are provided under the direction of a medical practitioner, such as an MD, DO, NP, or PA. The role includes personal care, monitoring and reporting findings, medication administration, client teaching, emergency intervention, and specialized pediatric care such as tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings. The position involves evening and overnight shifts, with flexible hours. First Day Homecare provides pediatric Private Duty Nursing and other home- and community-based services. Its stated 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 describes its values as standards of care, collaboration, over-communication, people first, and transparency.

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 in 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 the medical record according to Agency procedures.
Perform clinical services including personal care, monitoring and reporting findings, medication administration, client teaching, and 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 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.