LPN | Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse in Middleburg Heights, Ohio

Cleveland•Middleburg Heights, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

BrightStar Care is seeking dedicated Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for permanent, ongoing roles, not PRN. This position is ideal for nurses seeking consistent hours and meaningful, one-on-one care with pediatric clients. BrightStar Care values its employees, treating them like best clients and providing great benefits. The company offers opportunities to pursue passion, recognition, and benefits. Employees can expect a variety of in-home and facility-based assignments with diverse cases, procedures, and treatments, along with flexible scheduling including weekend and evening opportunities. BrightStar Care promotes from within, offering many opportunities for career and professional growth. The company utilizes mobile time tracking and care notes for ease of use. BrightStar Care is a nationally recognized home care brand with local community roots, with every location independently owned and operated. The team includes RN oversight on every case. BrightStar Care is minority- and female-owned and has been recognized as a HomeCare Pulse Employer of Choice and earned the Joint Commission Enterprise Champion for Quality award for 12 years running.

Requirements

Unencumbered license 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
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
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

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate pediatric care & assist with ADLs
Administer medications, including J-Tube feeding
Deliver consistent, high-quality one-on-one support
Provide comprehensive pediatric care, assisting with all ADLs (bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting) while ensuring safety and comfort
Administer medications via J-Tube accurately and monitor for tolerance, side effects, and effectiveness
Monitor overall health and development of pediatric clients, reporting changes to the supervising healthcare team
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all care provided
Follow individualized care plans to ensure clients' safety, comfort, and well-being
Communicate effectively with clients, families, and the healthcare team regarding care and progress
Adhere strictly to all infection control, safety, and hygiene protocols
Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a home health setting
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