Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Pediatric Home Health

Cleveland•Middleburg Heights, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking dedicated Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for permanent, ongoing roles -not PRN. This is perfect for nurses looking for consistent hours and meaningful, one-on-one care with pediatric clients. At BrightStar Care, we value our employees and care about their well-being, treating them like our best clients and striving to provide great benefits. We offer a variety of in-home and facility-based assignments with a variety of cases, procedures, and treatments. We offer a flexible schedule with weekend and evening opportunities and promote from within, offering many opportunities for career/professional growth. We have mobile time tracking and care notes, which means you can easily clock in and out. We seek employees who are not afraid to shape the future of our business. We're a nationally recognized home care brand with local community roots (every BrightStar Care® location is independently owned and operated). You can be part of a team that includes RN oversight on every case. Lastly, we're minority- and female-owned, which makes us simply different...in a VERY GOOD WAY! Join the best and brightest! You will be working with one of the most prestigious brands in the industry. The BrightStar Care brand is HomeCare Pulse Employer of Choice and has earned the Joint Commission Enterprise Champion for Quality award for 12 YEARS RUNNING! (Over 95% of BrightStar locations are Joint Commission-accredited or in process.)

Requirements

Unencumbered license in the State of Ohio
Minimum one (1) year of documented clinical experience.
Strong clinical skills.
Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision
Certified CPR/BLS
Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray
Licensed driver with reliable and insured automobile (proof of insurance required)
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English and communicate effectively
Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull.
Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Up-to-date vaccinations including COVID-19, Influenza, and Hepatitis B

Nice To Haves

Private duty, home care assistance and/or direct care experience at an assisted living or skilled nursing facility, etc., is preferred

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate pediatric care & assist with ADLs
Administer medications, including J-Tube feeding
Deliver consistent, high-quality one-on-one support
Provide comprehensive pediatric care, assisting with all ADLs (bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting) while ensuring safety and comfort.
Administer medications via J-Tube accurately and monitor for tolerance, side effects, and effectiveness.
Monitor overall health and development of pediatric clients, reporting changes to the supervising healthcare team.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all care provided.
Follow individualized care plans to ensure clients' safety, comfort, and well-being.
Communicate effectively with clients, families, and the healthcare team regarding care and progress.
Adhere strictly to all infection control, safety, and hygiene protocols.
Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a home health setting.
Perform all skill, treatments, and procedures to the scope of practice as defined in the Nurse Practice Act - Ohio Revised Code (ORC) of clinical practice
Implement treatment and plan of care, using sound judgement and critical thinking
Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care and the nursing processes
Document observed changes in patient's condition, situation, or care environment, and communicate to the Director of Nursing
Adhere to the policies, procedures, and protocols of the agency of employment
Adhere to HIPAA laws and ensure confidentiality and security of the client's medical information