LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Private Duty Nursing in Westside Suburbs of Cleveland / Compassion & Empathy

Cleveland•Middleburg Heights, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

BrightStar Care is seeking experienced Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join their compassionate, high-performing team. In this vital role, you will provide skilled, one-on-one nursing care and meaningful support to private duty nursing clients. A variety of day, night, weekend, and overnight shifts are available, and the company is looking for nurses with reliable, consistent availability who can commit to a case that fits their schedule, whether part-time (2-30 hours weekly) or full-time (up to 40 hours weekly). BrightStar Care values its nurses, treating them with respect and kindness, and offers opportunities for career growth, flexible schedules, and a supportive team environment with RN oversight on every case. The company is a nationally recognized home care brand with local community roots, being minority- and female-owned, and has earned significant industry accolades.

Requirements

Unencumbered license as 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 and 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

Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care to patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity, particularly during weekends and overnight shifts
Assess patient conditions and make informed decisions about care plans, addressing symptoms, pain, and emotional needs
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring safety and effectiveness in the management of symptoms and patient comfort
Offer emotional support to both patients and their families, fostering a peaceful and reassuring environment
Ensure proper documentation of patient care, including accurate and timely updates of all interventions, assessments, and changes in condition
Respond to emergencies and provide immediate care as necessary, taking action to ensure patient safety and well-being
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

Benefits

Competitive wages
Weekly pay w/direct deposit
Paid overtime
Holiday pay
Bonuses
Employee referral bonuses
Employee of the month bonuses
Performance based bonuses
Weekly incentives
Medical
Dental
Vision
Supplemental insurance including Short-term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
Earned paid time off (PTO)
Paid bereavement leave
Birthday PTO
Training and continuing education opportunities
Paid professional development
Free online training resources
Free family membership to the local Rec center
Exclusive employee discount and gift card programs
Monthly employee appreciation activities
Free FOOD!