Homecare LPN
About The Position
Provides skilled nursing services in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, professional standards, and the Nurse Practice Act. Services are provided under the direction of orders from a medical practitioner, such as an MD, DO, NP, or PA. The role provides pediatric private duty nursing and other client-specific care in home and community settings. The listed assignments involve night-shift nursing for a school-aged child in Shepherd, with flexible shift times, and night-shift nursing for an infant in Lake, with day shifts on Thursdays and Fridays. The position works with the client’s care team and follows medical practitioner orders, the client’s care plan, Agency procedures, and applicable payor and accreditation standards.
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 according to 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 the medical record according to Agency procedures.
- Provide personal care services, monitor and report findings, administer medications, teach clients, and respond to emergencies.
- Provide specialized pediatric services, including tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings, as applicable.
- 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 payor and accreditation standards.
- Participate in care coordination and attend Agency meetings as requested.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as necessary.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Weekly pay
- 1:1 care
- Paid sick time
- 401(k) matching
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
