Private Duty Nurse LPN

Aveanna Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN) to join their dedicated team. In this rewarding role, you will provide skilled nursing care to patients, ensuring their well-being and adherence to care plans. With a focus on quality and compliance, you will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, documenting care and educating patients and families. This company values diversity and offers flexible scheduling, competitive benefits, and a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Scheduling

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Career Advancement Opportunities

24/7 Local Support

Qualifications

• Active LPN/LVN license required in the practicing state.
• Current CPR certification and TB skin test needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document skilled nursing care under RN supervision.
• Observe and assess patient conditions, reporting changes as needed.
• Educate patients and families on disease processes and self-care.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation Skills

CPR Certification

Nursing Assessment

Infection Control

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Join a Company That Puts People First!

Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse – LPN/LVN

We are one of the largest private duty nursing companies in the nation and growing! At Aveanna, we’re proud to foster a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, encourages connection, and supports our team members every step of the way. Here’s what sets us apart:

Award-Winning Culture

• Indeed’s Work Wellbeing Top 100 Company in 2024
• Best Company for Work-Life Balance, Happiest Employees and Culture and Best CEO in 2024, as ranked by Comparably

Why Join Us?

• Health, Dental, Vision and Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off Available
• Flexible scheduling- full-time, part-time, or PRN. Days, nights, and weekend shifts— we will work with your availability!
• 24/7 Local support from operators and clinicians
• Aveanna has a tablet in each patient’s home allowing for electronic documentation
• Career Pathing with opportunities for skill advancement
• Weekly and/or Daily Pay
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% discount
• Employee Relief Fund

*Benefit eligibility can vary and is dependent upon employment status and employment location.

We consider it both a privilege and an honor when we welcome a new patient into our Aveanna family. Our homecare is always delivered from a place of heartfelt compassion and empathy, and every one of our Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurses (LPN/LVN)s works together to make sure we achieve outstanding clinical outcomes. Aveanna isn’t just a provider of compassionate homecare to children and adults. We are a national leader.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain an active, unencumbered license (LPN/LVN) in the state in which the clinician will practice.
• Compact licenses must be transferred to your state of residence within 90 days.
• Current CPR certification (with hands-on component)- Aveanna can assist in obtaining this requirement after hire, if necessary.
• TB skin test (current within last 12 months).
• Six months prior hands-on nursing experience preferred but not required.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Aveanna Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Position Overview
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with the developed care plan and physicians orders for each individual patient while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.

Essential Job Functions
• Responsible for the delivery and coordination of quality patient care in compliance with physician orders.
• Continuously observes and assesses patient condition and care needs and reports changes in condition to the supervisor and/or physician as appropriate.
• Documents all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses and coordination of care in a timely manner whenever care is delivered.
• Participate, implement and update the nursing care plan.
• Takes appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achieves expected outcomes.
• Recognizes changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention and implements care to prevent risk or reduce risk.
• Accepts responsibility for personal and professional accountability by complying with Aveanna policies, state and federal regulations, accrediting bodies and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the patient according to OSHA standards.
• Educates the patient and family regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies, and in meeting the patient’s nursing needs.
• Maintain knowledge of competencies related to the nursing profession by participating in educational programs, continued education units, internal learning management skills and skill evaluations.

Physical Requirements
• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English.
• Must be able to travel.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance.
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting.
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs.
• Must have visual and hearing acuity.
• Must have strong sense of smell and touch.
• Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport.

Environment
• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions.
• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases.

Other Duties
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.