FT LPN or RN needed in Mt. Healthy. School hours. NO HOLIDAYS NO WEEKENDS NO SUMMERS

BrightStar Care of Cincinnati N & E•Mt Healthy, OH

About The Position

Position Responsibilities Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct skilled client care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive client care outcomes. Key Leadership, Management, and Accountabilities (LMA): Perform all skills, treatments and procedures competently in accordance to the scope of practice as defined in the Nurse Practice Act in the state of clinical practice and adheres to the policies, procedures and protocols of the agency. Values-based Competencies: The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse must consistently demonstrate and foster the following core values behaviors during all interactions with shareholders, clients, employees, vendors, and other business partners. Core values are the key behaviors that determine our decision-making at BrightStar. Make It Great! Do the Right Thing! Be Open and Honest! Do What You Say! Serve With Passion! Core Competencies: The Licensed Practical Nurse must demonstrate and execute the following position-specific competencies to ensure effective, profitable, and patient-centered branch operations. Position-specific competencies : Required behaviors: GWC G - Must demonstrate and have a Uget-it" mentality; clearly understands his/her key accountabilities; confident as a subject matter expert in his/her job. "W" - Demonstrates a "want-it" attitude; accepts challenges; asks, "what can I do to help?" demonstrates a high-level of drive and energy for his/her job and success of others. C - Demonstrates the capacity to perform desired job expectations; ability to grow and "stretch" in position as the needs of the business changes and evolves LMA "L" - Effectively leads through example his/her area of responsibility. "M" - Manages processes, procedures, and standards to achieve desired results. A - Holds himself/herself and others accountable for getting the job done and maximizing value to company, clients, one another.

Requirements

Graduated from an accredited practical or vocational school of nursing.
Unencumbered license as a Practical Nurse in the state that care is delivered.
1 year of nursing experience required; three years nursing experience preferred.
Comply with the state nurse practice act.
Comply with accepted professional standards of practice.
High level of interpersonal skills.
Certified in CPR.
Strong clinical skills.
Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients, other team members and community.
Treat clients, team members and the public with courtesy, respect and presents a positive public image.
Empathy for the needs of the client.
Works as a team member.
Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with the organizations requirements.
All employees are required to pass a background check through Ohio BCI as well as an initial drug screen prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Community, home health or medical/surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care as defined under the state nurse practice act using sound judgment and critical thinking.
Implement plan of care and treatment initiated by the registered nurse.
Provide accurate, detailed and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care and the nursing process.
Conduct ongoing assessments.
Participate in health/therapeutic counseling, teaching and emotional support to the client and family/caregivers.
Observe client condition and accurately reports to the registered nurse.
Assist the registered nurse with client discharge or transfer.
Assess and provide client and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis.
Prepare, administer, and appropriately document actions taken specific to commonly prescribed oral, topical, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications. Observe, report and record adverse reactions to medications and/or treatment to the registered nurse.
Recognize the need for and institute emergency measures in a rapid and appropriate manner, when indicated.
Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (i.e., PT, O, ST, Dietician) to the Director of Nursing or registered nurse supervisor.
Perform wound care.
Perform all skills, treatments and procedures competently in accordance to the scope of practice as defined in the Nurse Practice Act in the state of clinical practice and adheres to the policies, procedures and protocols of the agency.
Follow principles of infection control and Universal Precautions.
Identify and participate in performance improvement activities.
Use equipment properly and in a safe manner.
Ensure client's rights are adhered to.