Join Us as a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse

BrightStar Care•Kendall, FL

About The Position

BrightStar Care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care to patients in home and facility settings. The LPN will monitor patients, support recovery, promote preventive and healthy practices with patients and their families, and provide compassionate care with minimal supervision. The role requires consistent adherence to health and safety regulations and includes one-on-one patient care.

Requirements

Hold a current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse license in Florida.
Have AHCA Level 2 fingerprinting.
Have a physical examination completed within the past six months.
Hold current CPR certification.
Have a negative TB skin test or chest X-ray.
Have exceptional nursing assessment skills.
Have a valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
Be able to work weekends, nights, and holidays.
Have reliable transportation with auto insurance.
Be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull; assistance needs vary based on client mobility.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of documented experience in a home health agency, primary care clinic, or health facility (preferred).

Responsibilities

Monitor patients’ conditions and assess their needs to provide appropriate care and advice.
Perform routine procedures, such as measuring blood pressure and administering injections, and update patient charts.
Adjust and administer medication and provide treatments according to physicians’ orders.
Provide immediate medical care in emergencies.
Foster a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.
Promote preventive and healthy practices among patients and their families.
Follow health and safety regulations.