LPN

Accord Services; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Weekly paychecks

Sign-on bonuses for qualified caregivers

Health insurance eligibility

Opportunity to work long term with the same client(s)

Job summary

A leading home health service provider in Decatur is hiring LPNs to deliver compassionate care to clients. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, CPR certification, and a certificate from an accredited nursing program. Responsibilities include providing medical care, orienting new caregivers, and maintaining clear communication with supervisors. Competitive pay and benefits are provided, and this position requires weekend and evening availability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must have CPR certification.
• Current TB skin test or Chest X-ray is necessary.
• A valid driver's license if driving privileges are assigned.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a client.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and personal care for the client.
• Orient new caregivers to cases and client’s plan of care.
• Provide prompt communication of changes in client medical status.
• Drive/escort client to and from appointments as requested.
• Provide accurate and timely required documentation.
• Call Staffing Coordinator to confirm weekly schedules.
• Complete required documentation and ensure DHR compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR certification

Previous experience with vent/trach care

Strong communication

Patient care

Education

High school diploma/GED

Certificate from accredited nursing program

CPR certification

TB test/Chest X-ray

Driver's license

Job description

Accord Services, a leader in private duty home health services in the state of Georgia, is now hiring LPNs in the Decatur area to care for our treasured client. This position currently requires availability to work Friday through Sunday (12 hour day shifts every other weekend), every Monday, and provide back up coverage for several additional days per week. If you are a compassionate, dependable, service oriented caregiver, we strongly encourage you to apply for an opening with us today to learn more about how Accord Services can help you realize your professional and personal goals.

Just a few of the perks we offer include:

• competitive pay rates
• weekly paychecks
• sign-on bonuses (for qualified caregivers)
• health insurance (eligibility requirements apply)
• opportunity to work long term with the same client(s)

Job Description

To provide the highest quality of care to Accord Services clients utilizing the Plan of Care provided to ensure client’s needs are met in relation to safety, well-being and satisfaction.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Provide medical and personal care for the client based on individualized Plan of Care prepared by Nurse Supervisor available in the client’s home resulting in satisfaction for all parties involved
• Orient new caregivers to cases and clients’ plan of care resulting in clients’ clinical needs being met
• Provide prompt communication of changes in client medical status/emergencies to Nurse Supervisor resulting in effective management of cases
• Provide prompt communication of changes in clients/caregivers schedules (i.e. tardiness, vacation, requested time-off, change of status, reduction in hours, etc.) to Staffing Coordinators resulting in effective management of cases
• To drive/escort client to and from appointments/activities as requested, utilizing client vehicle, resulting in a safe and timely transport
• Call in to Staffing Coordinator to confirm weekly schedules resulting in required coverage being met
• Provide accurate and timely required documentation (i.e. declining to participate in all parts of Plan of Care) ensuring effective management of cases and DHR compliance
• Other duties as assigned or needed

Qualifications

LPN requirements:

• High school diploma/GED
• CPR certification
• Current TB skin test or Chest X-ray
• Certificate from accredited nursing program
• valid drivers license (if assigned to a case with driving privileges)
• Previous experience with vent/trach care is strongly preferred, but not required

Additional Information

Accord Services is growing, and we’re always interested in speaking to talented, driven, compassionate individuals that would like to join our family and make a difference in their community. So if you don’t see a listing in or near your hometown, don’t worry! We still want to talk to you! We might be expanding into your city very soon, and invite you to stay connected with us in one of the following ways:

• Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram
• Join our online community – the Dragonfly Network
• Come spend time with us at an upcoming Open Interview session held every Wednesday from 9am – 3pm at our main office in Marietta, GA.
• Call us at [phone] for more information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.