Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Pediatric & Adult Home Health | Private Duty Nursing

Team Select Home Care•Miami, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Team Select Home Care is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide skilled, one-on-one home health and private duty nursing care to medically complex pediatric and adult patients. Care is delivered in patients’ homes in accordance with physician orders and the plan of care, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role includes administering medications and treatments, monitoring patient conditions, documenting care, and supporting patients and families with home care and self-care needs. The nurse reports to the Director of Nursing (DON). The position is offered as PRN, part-time, or full-time, with flexible scheduling and day or night hours, including weekdays and weekends. New graduates are welcome and may receive structured training and mentorship. Pay is listed as $25.00–$35.00 per hour, with daily and weekly pay options mentioned in the posting.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of practical nursing.
Currently licensed as an LPN in the state or states in which the nurse practices.
Active and valid CPR certification with practicum.
IV certification if required by the state.
Average computer skills and competency in media communications.
Physical ability to perform the described duties.
Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Sound judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
Acceptance of the company’s vision, philosophy, and goals.

Nice To Haves

One year of nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled nursing services, treatments, and diagnostic and preventive procedures in accordance with the plan of care and agency policies.
Administer medications and treatments as ordered and document them appropriately.
Prepare clinical and progress notes and maintain accurate, complete records of patient observations, treatments, and care.
Assist the physician, intermediate care provider, and RN with specialized procedures.
Prepare equipment and materials for treatments and observe aseptic technique and standard precautions.
Assist patients in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
Follow and implement each patient’s nursing care plan as approved by the RN or physician.
Initiate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate.
Observe patient signs and symptoms and report reactions to treatment and changes in physical or emotional condition to the physician and RN.
Teach and counsel patients and families or significant others about home nursing care needs and related concerns.
Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing services with the RN and under the RN’s guidance.
Participate in medical record audits, staff meetings, patient care conferences, in-services, peer review, utilization review, and QAPI activities as assigned.
Take on-call duty, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as assigned.
Submit schedule changes to the appropriate scheduling staff or through the applicable EMR workflow.
Coordinate with the RN regarding the involvement of other health team members, such as physical therapists or speech-language pathologists.
Accept, write, and execute orders, with RN cosignature where applicable.
Ensure patients and families are involved in implementing the plan of care and assist with reviewing and updating it as appropriate.
Provide relevant patient information to other agencies or individuals involved in the patient’s care as directed by the RN.
Safeguard confidential patient information in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
Complete documentation and paperwork in a timely manner and promptly report or document patient incidents, variances, or complaints to the Nursing Supervisor or RN.
Demonstrate competency in technical skills before performing new skills.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, team members, and other health care professionals.
Maintain attendance, professional appearance, a clean and neat work environment, sound judgment, and effective time management.
Perform other duties as assigned.