PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

LifeStyle Options - an Addus Homecare Company; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Training program

Careers opportunities

Job summary

LifeStyle Options, part of Addus Homecare, is seeking an LPN to provide private duty, in-home nursing services. You will work one-on-one with clients in their homes, following a plan developed by an RN.

Starting wage is $28.50 per hour with flexible scheduling and weekly pay. The role involves performing basic nursing procedures, patient education, vitals monitoring, and coordination with the healthcare team while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Licensed as a vocational/practical nurse in the state of practice.
• Home Care or Home Health experience preferred.
• CPR Certification (renewal offered).
• Ability to provide nursing care in the home environment.
• Ability to complete documentation timely and accurately.
• Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing procedures in the home setting under RN supervision.
• Provide client and family teaching as per the care plan.
• Monitor vital signs and document observations.
• Administer medications as instructed by physician/RN.
• Coordinate patient care with health care team.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Maintain regular attendance and be flexible to agency needs.
• Follow all policies and procedures.

Skills

LPN/LVN nursing

Home health care

CPR certification

Education

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

Job description

Are you looking for a job with flexibility AND variety? At LifeStyle Options you can do exactly that!

Our LPN’s keep their skills sharp by working private duty one on one with a client in their home (low acuity).

Starting wage is $28.50 dollars per hour.

You pick when, what and where you work! We offer weekly pay and 24/7 support. This position performs simple nursing procedures in client’s homes, under guidance of the RN Supervisor, and is specifically responsible for implementation of nursing care based upon the plan developed by a Registered Nurse (RN).

Essential Duties

• Perform selected nursing procedures, commensurate with experience and education within the scope of LVN/LPN practice including but not limited to: tracheostomy care, colostomy care and g-tube care.
• Provide client and family teaching according to plan outlined by the RN.
• Monitor client’s vital signs and make specific measurements and observations.
• Monitor and record intake and output. Report significant changes immediately. Observe, assess and record client’s physical and mental condition and reports any changes.
• Administer medications as instructed and as ordered by the physician and instructed by the RN.
• Work with patient, family and health care team members effectively to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information.
• Maintain regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the agency.
• Follow all HIPAA regulations and requirements.
• Abide by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What We Offer

• Weekly Pay and Direct Deposit
• Paid Time Off – Vacation and sick time accrual
• A flexible schedule – Full Time and Part Time hours available! Work when and where YOU want (hourly shifts or live-in).
• Exceptional support team. Manager is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
• Programs offered: Referral bonus, rewards, employee discounts, and employee assistance!
• Excellent training program on day one… and ongoing!
• Career opportunities

Position Requirements & Competencies

• Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing
• Licensed as a vocational/practical nurse in the state of practice. (NEW GRADS WELCOME!)
• Home Care or Home Health experience preferred.
• CPR Certification. (Note: We offer classes is you need to renew!)
• Ability to provide nursing care in the home environment.
• Ability to complete necessary documentation appropriately, legibly and timely.
• Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills necessary to complete job responsibilities.

Eligible employees and their dependents will be offered medical, hospitalization, vision, and dental benefits through the employer sponsored minimum essential plan. Employees are also eligible to enroll in employer sponsored retirement plan after 6 months of service (21 years of age). Accrued paid time off (up to 80 hours per year based on tenure), and 1.5x pay for scheduled/worked covered holidays.

Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: https://www.indeed.com/employers/work-wellbeing/work-wellbeing-100-ranking.