LPN or LVN

Family First Healthcare Services; Florida; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Family First Healthcare Services in Florida seeks compassionate caregivers to deliver skilled home health care and support to patients in their homes. You will work with patients and families to educate them and promote the patient’s well-being and independence.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, reliability, and effective communication, with opportunities for full-time, part-time, or per diem positions across our Home Health Care team.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
• Must hold an active license in the state as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• One or more years of experience in community/home health agency setting is preferred.
• Must have a criminal background check.
• Must have current CPR certification. Online certification is not accepted
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing, in English is required
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive skilled care and treatment in patients' homes.
• Educate patients and families to promote well-being and independence.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient education

Communication

English language

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma / LPN

Job description

Family First Healthcare Services in Florida is seeking highly compassionate caregivers in Home Healthcare

As a family of caregivers, our patient centric approach and enhanced emphasis on optimal patient outcomes is deeply rooted in every one of our interactions. Our Home Health Care team leads by example—ensuring that the promise of our culture of care is delivered to each and every individual our organization has a relationship with, from clients, patients to everyone in between.

Our Mission has always been to improve the quality of life for those that we serve, and we strive to deliver upon this with EVERY patient/client experience. It is consistently about the people that we serve and for our team members – our dedicated team works tirelessly to provide the very best care.

We are looking for Caregivers who align with our core values.

What You’ll Do:

You will help provide comprehensive skilled care and treatment that allows patients to remain in their own homes and live independently. In addition to providing essential care, you will work with patients and their families to educate them and ensure the well-being of the patient.

You’ll Fit In If:

• You’re warm, compassionate, patient, intelligent, cheerful, trustworthy, and reliable
• You’re deeply committed to caring for others
• Take initiative, are resourceful, and communicate effectively
• Have an unwavering, passionate commitment to the customer experience and service excellence

Our Promise to You:

• A culture of appreciation, gratitude and excellence. You'll feel like family, and you'll notice it right away! We do everything we can to ensure that your voice is heard and that you feel supported.
• The hours you want. Our scheduling team is devoted to getting you the visits you want and keeping you busy.
• Stability or flexibility - whatever works for you. Full-time, part-time, and per diem positions are available.
• The support you need to be successful. There's a team member there to assist you 24/7. Detailed, up-to-date care plans and collaboration with Family First Healthcare Services - North Hillsborough Care Managers will help you feel equipped and comfortable.

Qualifications

1. 1. Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
2. 2. Must hold an active license in the state as a Licensed Practical Nurse
3. 3. One, or more, years of experience, in community/home health agency setting, is preferred.
4. 4. Must have a criminal background check.
5. 5. Must have current CPR certification. Online certification is not accepted
6. 6. The ability to communicate well, both, verbally, and in writing, in English, is required.
7. 7.Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

Environment:

Contact with clients under a wide variety of circumstances. Care is provided in client’s living environment with varying situations, including private homes, independent or assisted living or in an institution such as a hospital or long-term care facility. May be required to respond to emergency situations. Travel required. Position includes tasks that have the potential for exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues and other potentially infectious material such as body fluids/tissues.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Corrected visual and hearing acuity required.

Level II Background Screenings will be completed on all applicants. Please use the following link to access the AHCA Clearinghouse for additional information: Clearinghouse Results Website - CRW | AHCA - Clearinghouse Results Website - CRW