LPN- Homecare Private Duty

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible schedule

Full-time and part-time roles

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is seeking a licensed Practical Nurse to provide skilled home health care in the Columbus, OH area. Starting pay is $25.50 per hour with a $2,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants, prorated based on full-time equivalency.

The role supports pediatric patients, including medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and daily living activities assistance. The position offers both full-time and part-time opportunities with a flexible schedule across Columbus

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved practical or vocational nursing program.
• Licensed as a Practical Nurse in Ohio.
• CPR certification.
• Experience in pediatric or home health preferred.
• Flexible schedule and ability to handle home visits.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitors vital signs and records medical histories.
• Assists with activities of daily living.
• Provides emotional support and family education.
• Maintains accurate medical records.
• Collaborates with care team to develop care plans.

Skills

Family-centered care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Problem solving

Organization

Communication skills

Independent work

Crisis response

Education

Practical nursing diploma

Job description

Overview

• Starting pay $25.50
• Pay will commensurate with experience
• Sign on Bonus of $2,000, half paid on first check, half after 18 months (External Applicants Only)
• The Bonus is Prorated based on your FTE!
• Offering both Full time and Part Time roles
• Flexible schedule, open on days and times worked
• Minimum of 16 Hrs. per week
• With the ability to work in the following zip codes: Columbus (43205, 43228, 43231) Grove City Galloway Granville Hilliard Powell Reynoldsburg Upper Arlington

Job Description Summary

Provides skilled nursing care to patients in their homes, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians or advanced practice providers.
• Monitors patients' vital signs and records their medical histories.
• Assists with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Provides emotional support and education to patients and their families.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.

Education Requirement

Graduate of an approved school of practical or vocational nursing, required.

Licensure Requirement

Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the State of Ohio, required.

Certifications

CPR certification, required.

Skills

Working knowledge of the concept of family centered care. Ability to function collaboratively within the framework of an Interdisciplinary Team. Problem solving, organization, communication skills and ability to work independently and react appropriately to crisis situations.

Experience

• One year of experience in a pediatric care setting, preferred.
• One year of home health experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Machinery, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Standing
• FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Chemicals/Medications, Decision Making, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Patient Equipment, Squat/kneel, Walking
• CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting
• Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: (not specified)

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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