Licensed Practical Nurse Pediatric Home Care

BrightStar Care of East & NW Columbus•Upper Arlington, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide skilled nursing care for a 15-year-old pediatric client in the Columbus, Ohio area. The ideal candidate will have pediatric nursing experience and be comfortable caring for a medically complex child. Experience with tracheostomy (trach) care and G-tube care is strongly preferred. A key responsibility of this position is accompanying the client on the school bus to school in the morning and from school back home in the afternoon while providing appropriate nursing support.

Requirements

Current and active LPN license
Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
Dependable and punctual
Compassionate and patient-centered approach
Ability to work independently in a home and community-based setting
Comfortable accompanying a pediatric client on school transportation

Nice To Haves

Pediatric nursing experience preferred
Trach experience preferred
G-tube experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide safe, compassionate, and individualized nursing care to a pediatric client
Perform and monitor tracheostomy care
Provide G-tube care and management
Monitor the client's condition and report changes appropriately
Follow the client's individualized plan of care
Assist with daily nursing needs and maintain a safe environment
Accompany the client on the school bus to and from school
Communicate effectively with the family, school personnel, and clinical team
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Follow all applicable nursing standards, policies, and procedures