Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

HOPE At Home Health Care; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules (work days, nights, evenings, weekends)

Care provided in a 15 - 20 mile radius

Job summary

A home care agency in Detroit is seeking a compassionate LPN to provide medical support to clients in their homes. Responsibilities include coordinating patient care, documenting conditions, and assisting with daily living activities. The ideal candidate will have 1 year of experience in home care and a valid LPN license. This is a full-time position with flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as an LPN in a home care setting.
• Proof of current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and coordination of total patient care.
• Accurately report and record patient’s condition and care.
• Prepare clinical/progress notes and summaries.
• Assist the patient with daily living activities.
• Provide and maintain a safe environment for the patient.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work flexible schedule

Current state LPN license

Education

Graduate of an accredited program of practical nursing

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a compassionate LPN to join our growing team. The right candidate has a can-do attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and a current state LPN license. In this role you will be providing medical support to our clients while ensuring a safe environment for them.

Benefits

• Provide care in a 15 - 20 mile radius in the area of your choice
• Flexible schedules (work days, nights, evenings, weekends - we\'ll work around your needs)

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
• Provide and maintain 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

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
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally

HOPE At Home Health Care is a full service home care agency dedicated to helping people excel in the comfort of their home. We offer Medicare certified skilled services. Whether you are recovering from injury or illness, or simply want to reinvigorate your mobility and health, HOPE At Home Health Care has a solution for you.

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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care