Pediatric Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse - Part time

Golden Care of Northeast PA • Drums, PA

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About The Position

Golden Care of Northeast PA, Inc. is seeking a reliable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional nursing care to assigned patients in their homes. The nurse assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates total patient care while coordinating patient and family teaching. The role works under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor and requires a qualified, compassionate professional who can remain patient, calm, and kind while meeting varied care needs.

The nurse assesses patients’ physical and emotional status, competency, home environment, safety factors, and family support; evaluates patient status; reviews and implements care plans; and communicates with attending physicians and clinical management. Duties include performing physician-ordered nursing procedures, administering medications and intravenous solutions, supporting daily living activities and independence, maintaining clinical records, and ensuring quality care by Home Health Aides. The position may include supervising Home Health Aides and participating in an on-call rotation as required.

The position requires an active Pennsylvania nursing license in good standing and graduation from an accredited school of nursing. At least one year of professional nursing experience is preferred but not required. Physical demands include driving to patient homes, assisting with transfers and ambulation therapy, and occasionally lifting or moving more than 100 pounds. Golden Care of Northeast PA, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits workplace harassment on the bases described in its nondiscrimination policy.

Requirements

• Active nursing license in good standing in Pennsylvania.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; successful completion of a nursing license program is required.
• Proven experience as an LPN, RN, or in a similar role.
• At least one year of professional nursing experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to undertake diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures.
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices.
• Knowledge of medical and hospital terminology.
• Solid knowledge of MS Office and data entry.
• Strong nursing, observation, communication, interpersonal, and supervision skills.
• Knowledge of home health care and government regulations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions.
• Caring attitude, empathy, tact, patience, and ability to handle stress.
• Good physical and mental health, physical condition, and stamina.
• Ability to drive to patient homes, assist with transfers and ambulation therapy, and occasionally lift or move more than 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of professional nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record patients’ medical histories and clinical records.
• Take and record blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, and other measurements.
• Observe patients receiving treatment and identify progress or medication side effects.
• Monitor patient condition, including fluid intake and output, and maintain patient charts and reports.
• Assess patients’ physical and emotional status, competency, home environment, safety factors, and family support.
• Review and implement care plans, evaluate patient status, and communicate with attending physicians and clinical management.
• Perform physician-ordered nursing procedures and techniques, including administering medications and intravenous solutions.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and support self-sufficiency and independence.
• Provide information about patient rights, reimbursement procedures, and patient and family rights.
• Coordinate patient and family teaching and provide emotional and psychological support when needed.
• Communicate with patients’ families or friends to provide advice, comfort, and release instructions.
• Supervise Home Health Aides as needed and ensure they provide quality care.
• Oversee patient care and staff direction, coordination, and evaluation; participate in employee selection, training, work planning, performance appraisal, and complaint resolution.
• Collect samples for laboratory testing as assigned.
• Participate in the on-call rotation as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed