Licensed Practical Nurse

Caresense- Reading North; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Part/Full Time

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Death Benefit

Disability

Referral Bonuses

FSA

401(K) Plan

Job summary

CareSense Home Care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to administer skilled nursing care to patients in their home, under physician orders and the plan of care, with supervision from the RN.

The role requires a state LPN license, CPR, and ability to travel locally; offers competitive pay, part/full-time options, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as an LPN in a home care setting.
• Current state license as an LPN.
• Graduate of an accredited program of practical nursing.
• Proof of current CPR certification.
• Ability to work flexible schedule and travel locally.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning and coordination of total patient care in conjunction with the RN and the physician's plan of care, and follow the nursing care plan for each patient
• Accurately report and record the patient's condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change
• Prepare clinical/progress notes and summaries
• Assist the patient with the activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniques
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient
• Assist the physician and Registered Nurse in complex nursing situations
• Follow universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of patient care
• Follow emergency procedures in the event of any catastrophic event, incident, e.g., accident, injury or significant change in the patient's condition

Skills

LPN experience

Home care experience

CPR certification

Interpersonal skills

Valid driver’s license

Flexible schedule

Travel locally

State license LPN

Nursing program graduate

Education

Graduate of accredited practical nursing program

Job description

We are currently looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse.A qualified Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Services are furnished in accordance with Agency policies.

At CareSense Home Care we foster quality of life through our quality of care. We are committedto providing best-in-class home care services. We need thebest team to drive this mission.

Benefits for the Licensed Practical Nurse:

• Competitive Pay
• Part/Full Time
• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Coverage
• Insurance:
  • Life
  • Accident
  • Death
  • Disability
  • Indemnity
• Referral Bonuses
• FSA
• 401(K) Plan

Responsibilities for the Licensed Practical Nurse:

• Participate in the planning and coordination of total patient care in conjunction with the RN and the physician's plan of care, and follow the nursing care plan for each patient
• Accurately report and record the patient's condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change
• Prepare clinical/progress notes and summaries
• Assist the patient with the activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniques
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient
• Assist the physician and Registered Nurse in complex nursing situations
• Follow universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of patient care
• Follow emergency procedures in the event of any catastrophic event, incident, e.g., accident, injury or significant change in the patient's condition

Qualificationsfor the Licensed Practical Nurse:

• 1 year experience as an LPN in a home care setting
• Current state license as an LPN
• Graduate of an accredited program of practical nursing
• Proof of current CPR certificationAbility to work flexible schedule
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.