Private Duty Nurse (LPN or RN) | 4 Guaranteed Hrs/Weekly + PRN Opportunities | Fairborn, OH (Greene Co) - SW OH
About The Position
Home Care Network is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to provide private duty nursing services for a client in Fairborn, Ohio. This position offers a unique combination of a small but consistent weekly schedule of 4 hours/wk, flexible weekday daytime hours, optional PRN opportunities, one-on-one client care, and excellent work-life balance. This role is intentionally designed for someone who is not seeking a traditional full-time schedule and may appeal to retired or semi-retired nurses, stay-at-home parents, nurses re-entering the workforce, nursing students nearing graduation, nurses working PRN elsewhere, or nurses who enjoy caring for clients without committing to a large weekly schedule. Qualified nurses interested in ongoing employment with increased hours may have opportunities for additional cases after 30 days. The role involves providing skilled nursing functions in accordance with regulations, physician orders, and agency policies, delivering client-centered care in the home environment, and collaborating with the RN Case Manager and Clinical Leadership Team.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Active Ohio LPN or RN license in good standing
- Home health, private duty, long-term care, rehabilitation, hospital, or other relevant nursing experience
- Ability to work independently in a client's home environment
- Possess a strong track record of attendance, dependability, and employment retention with previous employers
- Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Current driver's license or state-issued identification
- Reliable transportation
- Dependable, consistent, and punctual
- Compassionate and client-focused
- Seeking a small weekly commitment rather than full-time hours
- Comfortable working independently
- Professional and respectful
- Detail-oriented in both care and documentation
- Accountable and trustworthy
- Adaptable and calm under pressure
- Committed to providing exceptional client experiences
- Interested in occasionally accepting additional PRN opportunities when available
- Willingness to consent to a background check, including a criminal record check, and an employment and education verification
Nice To Haves
- Active CPR and First Aid certification preferred (agency assistance available if needed)
- Willingness to cover clients up to a 45- or 60-minute radius is highly desired.
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.
- Performs 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 every Friday
- Paid onboarding and training
- Additional four hours of training pay included on your first paycheck after successful completion of your first day worked
- Flexible scheduling
- Mileage reimbursement between clients when applicable
- Customized service areas and travel expectations
- Supportive clinical leadership team
- Schedule accommodations for continuing education
- Eligible full-time employees may qualify for health, dental, vision, and other company-sponsored coverage plans and benefits (for Individual + Dependent(s)/Family)
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
