Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

AccentCare; Chisago City (MN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness programs including Calm

Job summary

AccentCare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care under RN supervision across Chisago City and surrounding areas. You will document progress and nursing status changes while delivering care to pediatric through geriatric patients.

The role requires an LPN/LVN license in the state of operation, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license for travel to multiple sites. One year of LVN/LPN experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
• Currently licensed as LPN/LVN in the state of operation.
• Minimum one year LVN/LPN work experience.
• Valid CPR certification required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to all locations.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Document patient progress and nursing status changes.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by law.
• Maintain accurate medical records and progress notes.
• Communicate with the home health team and case manager.
• Coordinate services and ensure safe patient environments.

Skills

LPN/LVN license

CPR certification

Driver's license / travel

Nursing visits

Documentation

Education

Graduated from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program

Job description

Overview

Position Type: Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Coverage Area: Chisago City and Surrounding areas

Pay: $67,000.00 - $74,000.00, based on experience

Schedule: Full Time M-F 8-5

What You Need to Know

Under the supervision of an RN, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) provides direct patient care. The LVN/LPN observes and documents the patient's medical progress and nursing status changes under the direction of a registered nurse. This position provides direct patient care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Be the Best LVN/LPN Nurse You Can Be

If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program
• Currently Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of agency operation
• One year of LVN/LPN work experience
• Ability to provide nursing visits according to the treatment as prescribed by the physician and provide and maintain paperwork to maintain accurate and complete medical records
• Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations

Responsibilities

As a LVN/LPN, you will:

• Performs technical nursing functions and direct patient care consistent with the established plan of care and under the supervision of an RN.
• Promotes and maintain optimal client care under the supervision of an RN.
• Maintains a safe patient environment.
• Identifies and communicates significant abnormalities in patients data to case manager and other appropriate home health team members.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments as permitted by law. Assesses all medicines a client may be taking to identify possible ineffective drug therapy or adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies, contraindicated medications and reports any problems to the physician.
• Re-evaluates client's nursing needs and reports findings to Case Manager.
• Counsels and instructs the client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Submits all documentation in a timely manner in accordance with agency policy.
• Documentation on patients chart correlates with nursing care plan.
• Communicates frequently and works closely with other home care team members.
• Assists in coordinating services provided to client

Our benefits include

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
• And more!

Why AccentCare?

Come As You Are

At AccentCare, you're part of a community that cares - for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.