Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health - UNC Home Infusion

UNC Health; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate

UNC issued iPad and cell phone

Competitive pay and benefits

RN Commitment Incentive program

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking an Infusion LPN to deliver skilled nursing care in patients\' homes in Durham, NC. You will work under an RN, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, and administer medications and therapies per the plan of care.

This role requires two years of LPN experience, NC license, and a willingness to cover Infusion Liaisons across UNC Rex, UNC Medical Center, and UNC Hillsborough. On-call rotations apply with weekday and weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• Two years of LPN experience.
• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
• Licensed in North Carolina as an LPN.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications, therapies and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Assists with discharge planning and teaching under the direction of the RN.
• Collaborates with the RN and health care team to support the patient’s psychosocial, ethical, spiritual and cultural needs.
• Communicates effectively with the team and respects other clinical disciplines.
• Implements components of the plan of care within the LPN scope to promote outcomes.
• Maintains and reviews patient records and documents activity per standards.
• Provides direct patient care under RN supervision and assists with the care plan execution.
• Reviews diagnostic test results and communicates changes to the RN/physician.

Skills

Infusion experience

Med‑Surg experience

PICC/ports knowledge

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Autonomous work

Vehicle & insurance

Education

LPN program graduate

NC LPN license

Job description

Join our team and experience the rewarding opportunity to deliver one-on-one, holistic care to your patients. As an Infusion LPN with UNC Health, you’ll provide high-quality, compassionate care that truly makes a difference.

What UNC Offers

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Qualifies for RN Commitment Incentive program
• Mileage reimbursed at the current IRS rate
• UNC issued iPad and cell phone with safety features

Position hours are Monday - Friday, with on-call weekday and weekend rotation.

On-call pay is offered for weekday and weekend rotations (7-10 days per month).

We Are Looking For LPNs Who

• Have experience in Home Infusion and/or Med Surg.
• Have knowledge of infusions, equipment and processes.
• Have experience with Central venous line (PICC lines, ports)
• Have strong communication, critical thinking, and time management skills.
• Are skilled at delivering personalized care based on each patient’s unique needs and environment.
• Are confident working autonomously
• Willing to cover Infusion Liaisons at UNC Rex, UNC Medical Center and UNC Hillsborough.
• Have personal vehicle and current/active auto insurance

Preference will be given to applicants with prior Infusion experience.

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary

This position administers skilled nursing care to patients in their place of residence, as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with the established plan of care. Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team as well as the patient/family. Delivers care in compliance with State, Federal and Medicare standards and the UNC Health Care System policies and procedures.

Description Of Job Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications, therapies and treatments in accordance with practical nursing standards as allowed in the NC State Board of Nursing Regulations.
• Assists with the discharge planning and carrying out the patient's teaching plan under the direction of the RN.
• Collaborates with the RN and healthcare team to advocate for the patient and supports the patient's psychological, ethical, spiritual and cultural needs. Provides compassionate basic nursing care and maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others. Has respect for and understanding of other clinical disciplines.
• Implements components of the plan of care within the LPN scope of practice and competency to promote desired outcomes.
• Maintains and reviews patient medical records, notes and physician orders. Documents all patient activities in accordance with documentation standards.
• Provides direct patient care utilizing the nursing process under the direct supervision of the RN. Collaborates with supervising RN on the execution of the patient's plan of care. Assists physicians, RNs and health care team members with data collection, assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of patient and families? care to achieve desired outcomes.
• Reviews diagnostic test results and reports abnormal results and changes in patient condition to the RN, physician and appropriate healthcare team members in a timely manner.

Education Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of North Carolina.

Professional Experience Requirements

Two (2) years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements: Good verbal and written communications skills and computer skills.

Must be proficient in English.

Possess the ability to transfer, maneuver and lift incapacitated clients in the home setting.

Must have current driver's license

Other Information

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC REX Healthcare

Organization Unit: UNC Homecare Infusion Nursing

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $23.24 - $33.41 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Durham

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email [e-mail] if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.