PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

LifeStyle Options - an Addus Homecare Company; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay and Direct Deposit

Paid Time Off - Vacation and sick time

Flexible schedule - Full Time and Part

Exceptional support team

Referral bonus and employee discounts

Excellent training program

Career opportunities

Job summary

LifeStyle Options - an Addus Homecare Company is seeking a dedicated LPN to provide in-home nursing care for private duty clients in Schaumburg, IL. The starting wage is $28 per hour, with the option to select when and where you work, including hourly shifts or live-in arrangements.

You will perform LVN/LPN procedures under an RN’s guidance, monitor vital signs, administer medications, and collaborate with the health care team to implement care plans while maintaining confidentiality and a

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. (Note: We offer classes if you need to renew!)
• Ability to provide nursing care in the home environment.
• Ability to complete necessary documentation accurately, legibly and timely.
• Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills necessary to complete job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing procedures within LVN/LPN scope in clients' homes.
• Provide client and family teaching per RN plan.
• Monitor vital signs and record measurements.
• Monitor and record intake and output; report significant changes.
• Administer medications as instructed by physician/RN.
• Coordinate patient care with health care team.
• Maintain confidentiality due to access to sensitive information.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance; flexible to agency needs.

Skills

Empathy and patient care

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Time management

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 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.