Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Private Duty

Hopeathomehealthcare; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A full service home care agency in Madison Heights is looking for a compassionate LPN to join their team. The role involves providing medical support in a home care setting, ensuring patient safety, and coordinating care with other health professionals. The ideal candidate will have a current LPN license, relevant experience, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as an LPN in a home care setting.
• Current state license as an LPN.
• Ability to work flexible schedule and travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning and coordination of patient care.
• Prepare clinical/progress notes and summaries.
• Assist the patient with activities of daily living while teaching self-care techniques.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Can-do attitude

Education

Graduate of an accredited program of practical nursing

Proof of current CPR certification

Job description

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

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

Provides and maintains 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.