Licensed Practical Nurse Private duty

HOPE At Home Health Care; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A home care agency in Michigan is seeking a compassionate LPN to join their team. This role involves providing direct patient care, implementing care plans, and coordinating home health services. Candidates must have a valid LPN license and at least three years of nursing experience, preferably in community or home health settings. A flexible schedule is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Must have three (3) years nursing experience; community/home health experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements care plans initiated by the registered nurse.
• Participates in coordination of home health services.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Flexible schedule

Community/home health experience

Education

Graduated from an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program

Current state license as an LPN

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.

Dayshift 10am to 8pm Monday to Friday

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
• Current state license as an LPN
• Has three (3) years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Proof of current CPR certification
• 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.

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.