Licensed Practical Nurse Pediatric Home Care (Greensburg area) Days and Nights available.

Cci Nursing; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home healthcare is seeking a dedicated LPN or RN to provide personalized in-home care for a young patient. This role involves monitoring the patient's condition during night shifts, administering medications, and collaborating with a nursing team to ensure high-quality care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in patient care, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to professional standards. Join a compassionate team that values trust and empathy, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Flexible Shifts

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state-approved nursing program with pharmacology coursework.
• Current Pennsylvania nursing license and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient during night shifts on BiPap therapy.
• Implement and evaluate patient care activities as directed by the RN.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Communication Skills

Documentation

Professionalism

Education

LPN or RN License

Pharmacology Coursework

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Sign-On Bonus Available!

Community Care, Inc. is seeking a dependable LPN or RN to provide one-on-one in-home care for a 13-year-old patient in the Greensburg area. The patient and family are wonderful to work with.

The nurse will be responsible for monitoring the patient during night shifts while on BiPap therapy.

Shifts Available:

11 p.m. - 7 a.m., 7 nights a week

Position Summary:

The LPN works under the guidance of the RN to provide direct nursing care within agency policies. Responsibilities are based on education, experience, and competency. The LPN does not perform admissions, recertifications, or discharge assessments.

Responsibilities include:

• Implementing and evaluating skilled and technical patient care activities as directed by the RN.
• Following the nursing care plan, making suggestions based on patient conditions, and ensuring safety.
• Administering prescribed medications after proper training and competence verification.
• Performing treatments ordered by the physician under RN supervision.
• Observing and reporting on the patient's condition, home environment, and treatment response.
• Accepting verbal physician orders in accordance with policies.

Documentation:

• Completing electronic shift and visit notes on the day of service, documenting treatments and responses.
• Submitting clinical notes promptly via electronic medical records.
• Completing Time Slip recordings as directed by the RN.

Communication:

• Reporting patient condition changes and responses to the RN and Case Manager.
• Maintaining confidentiality per HIPAA regulations.
• Coordinating care activities with the RN Field Supervisor.
• Managing supplies and providing availability updates.

Professional Standards:

• Maintaining professionalism and a positive image.
• Following infection control and safety policies.
• Adhering to agency policies and Nurse Practice Act standards.
• Managing time effectively.

Professional Development:

• Attending mandatory in-service sessions.
• Participating in staff meetings, care conferences, and educational activities.
• Seeking continuous improvement through education and professional involvement.

Additional Duties:

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a state-approved school with pharmacology coursework.
• Current Pennsylvania license.
• Minimum six months of relevant patient care experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license with insurance.
• Clear criminal history, Childline, FBI, DIG, Medicheck, EPLS, and other required clearances.

Community Care Mission & Values:

Our mission is to provide safe, effective, high-quality, cost-effective, and patient-friendly healthcare. We value trust, professionalism, and adherence to our core values: C.A.R.E. — Commitment, Attitude, Reliability, Empathy.