Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Boost Home Healthcare - Fairfax West; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Respect and dignity

Ongoing training

Field support

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Boost Home Healthcare - Fairfax West in Florida is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LVN) to provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes on an intermittent basis, under the direction of a registered nurse and physician orders.

The successful candidate will have an active LVN license in Florida, at least one year of home health care experience, and current BLS certification. Flexible scheduling and supportive team environment offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of practical (vocational) nursing.
• Licensed practical (vocational) nurse in the state of job posting.
• Minimum of one year as an LVN in the Home Health Care Setting.
• Must have current BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Implement the nursing care plan for each patient.
• Provide nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventative procedures as assigned.
• Initiate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate.
• Observe signs and symptoms and report to the physician and RN reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patient's physical or emotional condition.
• Teach and counsel the patient and family regarding the nursing care needs and other related problems of the patient at home.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of observations, treatments, and care of patients.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Home health nursing

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensed in Florida

Graduate of approved practical nursing program

Job description

Overview

Do you love helping others live their best life possible? Are you passionate about promoting quality of life by providing world‑class care? Inspired by nurses, Boost Home Healthcare makes it easier for patients to focus on recovery and wellness by personalizing and coordinating care. As a member of our team, you’ll play a key role in providing quality home healthcare, where patients are able to remain independent at their place of residence in the healthiest and happiest state of being possible.

The qualified Licensed Practical 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 Boost Home Healthcare policy.

Why join our team:

• Treated with respect and dignity
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supported in the field
• Flexible scheduling
• Add 2-3 additional specific benefits your office offers the job seeker (ex. same day pay, competitive salary, opportunities for extra shifts, paid time off, travel time reimbursement, PPE, paid training, employee of the month, etc.)

What you’ll be doing:

• Implement the nursing care plan for each patient.
• Provide nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventative procedures as assigned.
• Initiate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate.
• Observe signs and symptoms and report to the physician and RN reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patient's physical or emotional condition.
• Teach and counsel the patient and family/significant others regarding the nursing care needs and other related problems of the patient at home.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of observations, treatments, and care of patients.

What we’re looking for:

• A passion to serve and help others live their best lives possible.
• Graduate of an approved school of practical (vocational) nursing.
• Licensed practical (vocational) nurse in the state of job posting.
• Minimum of one (1) year as an LVN in the Home Health Care Setting.
• Must have current BLS Certification.