LPN - Pediatric Home Health - FT Nights
About The Position
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: 10 Hours - Night Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $24.75 - $36 Union Position: No Department Details Looking for a rewarding nursing role where you can truly make a difference? Join our dedicated home care team and provide one-on-one, person-centered care for pediatric clients in the Fargo-Moorhead community. Why Home Care? Home care nurses enjoy the unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships and deliver focused care tailored to a single client’s needs—all in the comfort of their home. Responsibilities May Include: • Administering physician-ordered treatments and medications • Providing respiratory support, including ventilator care and suctioning • G-tube feeding and care • Assisting with personal care and daily living activities • Supporting individualized therapy and exercise programs • Taking clients to school Whether you're seeking part-time or full-time hours, this is your chance to gain valuable experience and make a lasting impact in a child’s life. Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care for stable and predictable patients of all ages in the home care setting. Job Description Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the patient in the relevant setting and possesses the ability to perform testing to assess data reflective of the patient's status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed. Demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in the home care setting. Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients. Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for nursing to provide patient care and treatment. Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients. Knowledge of patient education principles to develop a self-care program. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe environment, specific to the home setting. Skill in administering a variety of treatments and medications as directed. Skill in documenting and maintaining records. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, health care providers, and the public. Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions. Ability to interpret, adapt, and follow guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Counsels patients and family members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- If position requires IV therapy/management skills, the following is required in North Dakota: graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
- Currently holds an unencunbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
- Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Nice To Haves
- One year of professional nursing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Administering physician-ordered treatments and medications
- Providing respiratory support, including ventilator care and suctioning
- G-tube feeding and care
- Assisting with personal care and daily living activities
- Supporting individualized therapy and exercise programs
- Taking clients to school
- Participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care for stable and predictable patients of all ages in the home care setting.
- Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients.
- Counsels patients and family members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
