LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Human Touch Home Health Care; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 51,143 - 72,840; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A home health care provider in Colorado Springs is hiring a Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse. The role involves direct patient care, implementing care plans, and patient education. Candidates must be licensed LPNs with three years of nursing experience, preferably in home health care. This full-time position offers benefits like health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Three years nursing experience, preferably in community/home health or medical/surgical.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license with a safe, insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Implement plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Educate patients and families on self-care techniques.

Skills

Good verbal communication

Good written communication

Organizational skills

Patient education

Aseptic technique

Education

Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program

Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse

Job description

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Human Touch Home Care is hiring Licensed Practical Vocational Nurses in the Colorado area

The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

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 regarding self-care techniques 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, Dietitian) to the registered nurse and/or clinical supervisor.
• Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Position Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Has three (3) years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties

• Home Health

Physical setting

• Standard shift

Typical schedule

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s)

• What do you like about nursing?

Experience

• LPN: 2 years (Required)
• Home health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification

• Driver\'s License (Required)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Home Health Care Services

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