Pediatric Home Health PDN / Private Duty Nurse (LPN or RN) - Part-time Before+After School Schedule - Westerville, OH (Franklin Co) | SW OH

Home Care Network, Inc•Genoa Township, OH

7d•$28 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly-skilled LPN or RN with excellent in-home pediatric experience to join our home health agency as a Private Duty Nurse (PDN) to care for a wonderful pediatric client in Westerville, OH (Franklin County). This role requires at least Part-Time availability during the schedule listed below. Additional cases can be added for those seeking Full-Time hours. Recent clinical pediatric care experience is required (i.e., pediatric hospital units, pediatric home care, etc.), excluding clinics/physician offices, general hospital units, behavioral health centers, and LTC facilities. Home Health Nursing experience/ familiarity is highly desired. The PDN performs skilled nursing functions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of the professional organization and agency. All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices and state Nurse Practice Act. The LPN/RN delivers care to clients as delegated by the RN Case Manager.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
Pediatric RN preferred; LPNs with excellent experience will be considered.
Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse in the state of Ohio is required.
Recent clinical pediatric care experience (i.e., pediatric hospital units, pediatric patient home care, etc.). Excludes pediatric experience only in clinics/physician offices, general hospital units, behavioral health centers, and LTC facilities.
Current driver's license or state ID, plus reliable transportation, are required.
Excellent attendance record with past employers.
Ability to meet all of the basic job requirements is a must.
Minimum commitment of 30 hours/week including twice-daily shifts (Mon-Fri).

Nice To Haves

Home Health Nursing experience/ familiarity highly desired.
Active CPR and First Aid certificates highly desired (for speed to start care), but agency will provide recertification if required.
Good interpersonal communication skills - written and verbal.
Desirable character traits: reliable, honest beyond reproach, professional, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful.

Responsibilities

Provides professional nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Communicates appropriate status/condition changes to the RN per agency guidelines.
Provides skilled nursing visits for clients as directed by the RN Case Manager.
Follows the care plan established by the Registered Nurse.
Recognizes and reports changes in client condition to the Case Manager and physician, as directed.
Communicates information on a timely basis, consistent with agency policy and urgency of the situation. Communication is verbal, as needed, and through complete and accurate documentation in the clinical record.
Scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, assessment of findings, medication monitoring and administration, client teaching, emergency intervention, and nursing services within professional scope of practice and as delegated by the Case Manager.
Individuals with the license designation of "LPN M-IV" may perform venipuncture for the purpose of obtaining blood samples for laboratory analysis.
Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with policies and procedures.
Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.
Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.
Makes recommendations on improvement of safety.
Performs job in compliance with agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards.
Accepts responsibility for professional nursing role.
Follows applicable state and federal laws and agency standards.
Attends all meetings as required.
Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Refrains from discussing client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the person.
Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Agency Quality Improvement Program and pertinent activities.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Benefits

Weekly pay (Fridays) including onboarding, training, and an additional 4 Hours on your first paycheck, after successfully completing your first day of work.
Flexible, customizable schedules.
Back-up accommodations for scheduled vacations so your clients receive care while you're away.
Mileage reimbursement between multiple clients is provided.
Full-time employees are eligible for qualifying Qualifying Health, Dental and Vision Coverage Plans (for Individual + Dependent(s)/Family).
Generous Employee Referral Bonuses.
Other company benefits and perks.
All employees are eligible for unlimited referral bonuses based on HCN's Referral Bonus Program criteria.
Monthly and quarterly incentives and recognition.
Growth Opportunity Support such as pay and title promotions for advanced certifications and degrees, as well as schedule accommodations for school/classes.