Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part Time

Beaumont Home Health and Hospice; Detroit (MI); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 75.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Beaumont Home Health in Detroit is seeking an experienced LPN I to provide comprehensive skilled care in patients' homes under physician orders. The three-day weekly schedule runs 8:15 AM - 5:00 PM to support patient education, documentation, and adherence to agency protocols.

The LPN I collaborates with the RNCM, ensures patient safety, follows state regulations, and delivers compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals and families in the community.

Qualifikationen

• One year of LPN experience in an acute setting preferred; home health experience desired.
• Ability to educate patients and families and document accurately.
• Strong communication with patients, families, physicians and team members.

Aufgaben

• Provides skilled nursing care in patient homes as ordered by physician.
• Follows order sets and goals set by RN.
• Observes and monitors patient conditions and notifies RNCM of changes.
• Administers medication as prescribed by physician.
• Counsels patient and family on disease processes and care plans.
• Incorporates patient and family in developing plan of care.
• Educates on preventative measures to reduce hospitalizations.
• Completes clinical documentation per agency protocol and Medicare guidelines.

Kenntnisse

LPN license

Home health care

Patient education

Documentation

Communication

Ausbildung

Licensed Practical Nurse license (LPN)

Jobbeschreibung

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Beaumont Home Health

Schedule: Three days weekly, 8:15AM - 5:00PM

What We Are Seeking:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) I provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician by following the order sets created by the RNCM. The LPN I educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The LPN I is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The LPN I is responsible for all practices and duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the state.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides skilled nursing care in a patient’s home as ordered by the attending physician

• Performs care by following order sets and goals made by RN

• Observes and monitors patient conditions

• Notifies RNCM of any changes in patient condition

• Administers medication as prescribed by the physician

• Counsels patient and family on the disease/injury processes and how to manage

• Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care

• Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions

• Listens to patient and family members

• Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines

• Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of one year of experience as a LPN in an acute care setting is required; two years is preferred. Home care experience is desired.

• Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.

• Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating. Compassionate and caring while working with patients.

• Knowledgeable on nursing best practices.

• Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.

• Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.

• Detail-oriented and observant.

• Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely

• Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.

• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current license in the state of employment

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We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.