Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
About The Position
Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, we are committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah. If youâre a compassionate individual who puts patients first and thrives in a mission-driven, collaborative environment, we want you to join our team! Apply today and help us continue delivering exceptional care to those who need it most. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in or near Reno/Sparks, NV, to administer patient care in accordance with a physician-established care plan. This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patientâs residence. 1 case in Sparks for 6 hours a week. 1 case in Reno for 4 hours a month! We are very flexible with these schedules, and we offer a great way to spend more time with your patient one on one. If this role sounds interesting to you, or if you enjoy developing genuine relationships with your patients, apply today!
Requirements
- Education, licensing, and certification: graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
- Current State or Compact License as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- TB test and physical examination
- Current CPR certification
- Maintain required insurance
- Good interpersonal skills
- Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients
- Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions
- Must have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patientâs home
- Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care
Nice To Haves
- 1+ years of experience as an LPN in a clinical or home health setting
- Ability to assist with two person assist
Responsibilities
- Execute physician prescribed plans of care
- Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record
- Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies
- Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care
- Perform various activities associated with daily living
- Monitor vitals and GI intake and output
- Assess skin integrity and administer wound care
- Monitor for changes in the patientâs condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression
- Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients
- Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide
- Work with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environment
- Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants
- Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patientâs needs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
