LPN / LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - HOME CARE (PART TIME)

Beebe Healthcare; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a vibrant coastal community. As a Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will play a vital role in delivering personalized nursing care and support to patients in their homes. Collaborating with a diverse healthcare team, you'll implement tailored care plans, educate patients and families, and ensure accurate documentation. This rewarding position offers opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve. If you're passionate about nursing and committed to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on and Referral Bonuses

Tuition Assistance up to $5,000

Paid Time Off

Long Term Sick accrual

Employer Contribution Plan

Free Short and Long-Term Disability

Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan

College Bound 529 Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Graduate of an LPN program with a valid LPN license.
• BLS certification required for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Administer personal care and skilled nursing under RN direction.
• Implement patient-specific care plans and document care accurately.
• Manage wound care and perform patient assessments.

Skills

Clear Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Ability to Withstand Crisis Situations

Knowledge of Electronic Health Records

Education

LPN Program Graduate

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Why Beebe?

Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.

Benefits

• Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
• Tuition Assistance up to $5,000
• Paid Time Off
• Long Term Sick accrual
• Employer Contribution Plan
• Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
• Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
• College Bound 529 Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Beebe Perks via WorkAdvantage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Overview

The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a licensed professional who administers personal care and routine skilled nursing care in the home to clients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Collaborate with physicians, patients and their families, nurses, therapists, social workers and other members of the patient care team to implement and follow a patient specific care and treatment plan. The LPN reports to the Nurse Manager.

Responsibilities

1. Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique.
2. Performs other duties as assigned.
3. Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
4. Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
5. Provide accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
6. Participation in Case Conferences.
7. Provides direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act.
8. Perform vital signs and head to toe patient assessment during visits.
9. Manage and perform wound care treatment (including but not limited to surgical wounds, Wound Vac).
10. Provide assessment, execute and manage Central Line/Peripheral line, urinary catheters, colostomy, PleurX Drains, Lab Draws.

Qualifications

1. LPN Program Graduate
2. LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
3. BLS - Basic Life Saving Certification

Competencies Skills

Essential: Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal, Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members, Able To Withstand Crisis Situations, Has Skills To Provide Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors, Proof Of Current/Valid Car Insurance, Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records, Valid DL With No More Than 3 Moving Violations.

Credentials

Essential: LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse, BLS - Basic Life Saving certification.

Education

Essential: LPN program graduate.

Entry

USD $24.62/Hr.

Expert

USD $38.16/Hr.