LPN - Pediatric Home Care

BrightStar Care; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay w/direct deposit

Paid training

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Referral bonus

Job summary

BrightStar Care seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide one-to-one home care to patients in their homes. You will carry out the plan of care and document nursing activities with accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires an active LPN license, at least one year of nursing experience, strong problem-solving and organizational skills, and compliance with health and safety guidelines. A valid driver’s license, auto insurance, BLS CPR, and up-to-date TB test or chest X-ray are also needed.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in the state where care is provided.
• Minimum of 1 year nursing experience.
• Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures.
• Valid Driver's License, Auto Insurance, BLS CPR, and an up-to-date TB skin test or Chest X-Ray.
• Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull.
• Must be able to lift or transfer up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 care in the patient's home.
• Implement treatment and plan of care using sound judgment and critical thinking.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely documentation consistent with the care plan and nursing processes.
• Perform all skills, treatments, and procedures to the scope of practice defined in the Nurse Practice Act in the state of clinical practice and adhere to the employment agency's policies, procedures, and protocols.

Skills

LPN license

Nursing experience

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Health & safety

Driver's license

BLS CPR

TB test / CXR

Mobility / 50 lbs lift

Job description

Join the BrightStar Team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Shine! Our LPN's bring compassion and comfort to home care by giving personalized One-to-One care that makes a noticeable difference in the lives of our patients. Our nurses are the heart of our company - the BrightStars to our patients.

Responsibilities

Benefits for a full time LPN on the BrightStar Team:

• Weekly pay w/direct deposit
• Paid training
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral bonus

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 care in the patient's home.
• Implement treatment and plan of care using sound judgment and critical thinking.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely documentation consistent with the care plan and nursing processes.
• Perform all skills, treatments, and procedures to the scope of practice defined in the Nurse Practice Act in the state of clinical practice and adhere to the employment agency's policies, procedures, and protocols.

Skills & Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Qualifications:

• An unencumbered license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state where care is provided
• Minimum of (1) year nursing experience
• Excellent problem-solving skills and organizational and multi-tasking skills
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination, etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
• Valid Driver's License, Auto Insurance, BLS CPR card, and an up-to-date TB skin test or Chest X-Ray
• Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull
• Must be able to lift or transfer up to 50 pounds

Candidate must have demonstrated alignment and experience in successfully living the BrightStar Care Core Values :

• Be Open and Honest: Approachable, Fun, Unflappable, Kind, Empathetic
• Serve with Passion: Help First, Confident Yet Humble, For the Greater Good, Make a Real Difference
• Do the Right Thing: Honest, Ethical, Tell the Truth
• Do What You Say: On Time, Finish What You Start, Accountable, Take Responsibility
• Make it Great: Continuous Improvement, Exceed Expectations, Bring Out the Best in Others, Detail Oriented

Equal Opportunity Employer BrightStar Care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. BrightStar Care participates in E-Verify.

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