LPN - Pediatric Nurse

All Ways Caring HomeCare•Kankakee, IL

13d•$29•Onsite

About The Position

All Ways Caring Homecare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct and indirect care to clients in the comfort of their home environment. The nurse assists clients in health maintenance and disease prevention to improve their ability to live independently at home. The nurse directs the efforts of the Caregiver when involved in the client’s plan of care. Based on state regulations, may perform administrative and/or field/clinical responsibilities with clinical direction from a Registered Nurse.

Requirements

Degree in Nursing from an accredited school
One or more years of nursing experience preferred
Current and unrestricted license in the state of the operation
CPR professional certification
Excellent communication skills with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company
Capable of working independently with highly confidential information

Responsibilities

Provides skilled nursing care/treatment to clients per Physicians Orders and Plan of Care
Documents nursing actions of all care given to individuals and informs physicians and family accordingly
Administers and monitors medication and management as prescribed by physician
Conducts nursing assessment visit as needed
Follows policies and procedures according to operation, state and regulatory standards
Completes supervisory visits based on compliance and regulations to include review of plan of care, caregiver competency assessment, and completion of required documentation
Implements nursing support for individuals in a home setting
Works with Director or Nursing/Nurse Supervisor and/or Branch Manager to address the health needs of individuals
Participates in staff meetings, in-services and other meetings as needed
Ensures compliance with physician’s verbal orders and medical reports