Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Health LPN (19140)

Affinity HealthCare Solutions; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity HealthCare Solutions is looking for reliable and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses in Philadelphia. Ideal candidates will provide direct patient care, monitor vital signs, and communicate effectively with patients and their families. Responsibilities include recording medical histories, administering medications, and offering emotional support. Successful applicants will have completed an LPN license program and possess excellent communication skills. Various opportunities are available based on candidate availability and preferences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an LPN is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are crucial.
• Successful completion of the LPN license program is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Record a patient’s medical history accurately.
• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
• Administer injections and prescribed medications as required.

Skills

Proven experience as an LPN

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks

Compassionate and able to handle stress

Good knowledge of technology for charting

Education

Successful completion of LPN license program

Tools

Axxess

HHAexchange

Job description

Affinity is looking for reliable, compassionate, professional Licensed Practical Nurses to care for our patients. The ideal LPN professional is first and foremost qualified and compassionate. We have a variety of opportunities available (e.g., Shift care, Visits, etc.) depending on your availability and preferences. We use Axxess and HHAexchange.

Responsibilities

• Record a patient’s medical history accurately
• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
• Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
• Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
• Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
• Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
• Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions

Skills

• Proven experience as an LPN
• Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
• Familiarity with home health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
• Good knowledge of technology for charting
• Perfect physical condition and stamina
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and able to handle stress
• Successful completion of LPN license program is a must