Private Duty Nurse (RN/LPN)

First Day Homecare, LLC; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

First Day Homecare, LLC is seeking skilled nurses to perform nursing functions in Edison, New Jersey, in accordance with professional standards and the Nurse Practice Act. Nurses will provide care as per medical directives, maintain records, and collaborate with care teams, ensuring safety and compliance with agency policies. Candidates must be graduates of accredited nursing programs and possess current RN or LPN licenses. Significant emphasis on communication skills and teamwork is placed in this role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current license to practice as an RN or LPN in the state of operation.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Maintains orders for clients and documents changes in the medical record.
• Works collaboratively with other members of the client's care team.

Skills

Communication skills

Personal care services

Emergency intervention

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing

Current license to practice as an RN or LPN

Current CPR certification

Job description

Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Schedule / Expected Work Hours

• Will vary based on client assignment.

Job Summary

Performs skilled nursing functions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of professional standards and the Nurse Practice Act. All nursing services provided will be under the direction of medical practitioner (MD, DO, NP, PA, etc.) orders.

Reports To

Clinical Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Provides care in accordance with medical practitioner orders and the client’s care plan.
• Maintains orders for clients and documents all changes in orders in the medical record following Agency procedures.
• The scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, monitoring and reporting findings, medication administration, client teaching, emergency intervention, and specialized pediatric services such as tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings.
• Works collaboratively with other members of the client’s care team.
• Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
• Performs job in compliance with Agency policies, procedures, and applicable payor and accreditation standards.
• Participates in the coordination of care and attends Agency meetings as requested.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current license to practice as an RN or LPN in the state of operation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements.