What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Licensed Practical Nurse position at Summit Home Care?
Job Details
Description
Summit Home Care and Hospice is searching for an experienced and motivated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team!
What we offer:
Job Type: Part-Time
Standard shift: M-F
Salary Range: $25-34 hourly
Why work for Summit:
Our commitment is to provide comprehensive health care in the comfort and convenience of home.
Our mission is to positively impact quality of life by redefining the delivery of care.
Our vision is to revolutionize healthcare in the home by becoming the unmatched leader across the US.
What the position looks like:
The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
What your responsibilities will be:
- Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
- Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
- Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
- Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education regarding self-care techniques and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
- Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinic Manager.
- Uses and/or prepares equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently adhering to aseptic technique.
- Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off/sick time
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
- Has three (3) years nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
- Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
- Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
- Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
Salary : $25 - $34
