What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN Field Nurse position at A Path of Care Home Health?
A Path of Care Home Health of Ada, OK is looking to hire a full-time Field Nurse (LPN). Are you looking for a job that offers meaningful work? Do you want an opportunity to advance your career in nursing? Would you like to join a company that strives to make a difference in the lives of both its patients and employees? If so, please read on!
This nursing position in home health care earns a competitive wage depending on skills & experience and a generous loyalty bonus of $3,000. We also offer great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO) accrual, a 401(k), schedule flexibility, and life insurance. If this sounds like the right opportunity in home health care for you, apply today!
ABOUT A PATH OF CARE HOME HEALTH
A Path of Care Home Health offers skilled care and support to our patients so they can live safely and independently in their own homes. We work directly with doctors to develop individualized care plans that our nurses, therapists, and aids follow to ensure our patients receive the best care possible to heal. In every interaction with our customers, we strive to demonstrate CARE, which stands for our core values of credibility, accountability, responsiveness, and empathy. To gain the trust and confidence of our patients, we work hard to show our competence and assume personal responsibility for our actions. We recognize that lives may be dependent on our willingness and ability to respond quickly, which is why we strive to understand the special needs of our patients and bring sunshine to their lives.
Our high quality of care would not be possible without the exceptional team we have working for us. They work hard to uphold our values and ensure that each patient is taken care of according to their individual needs. To show our appreciation, we work hard to create a supportive and fulfilling environment that helps our employees grow professionally and create long-lasting careers they can take pride in.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FIELD NURSE (LPN)
As an LPN in home health care, you play an essential role in visiting patients in their homes to ensure they receive high-quality care that meets their specific needs. When meeting with patients, you provide hands-on nursing skills, including injections and wound care while ensuring equipment and materials are prepared correctly. You also teach your patients appropriate self-care techniques, so they are able to have some control over their own health. Through communication with RNs and case managers, you provide updates on each patient and clarify information when instructions are unclear.
In addition, you aid RNs or physicians in performing specialized procedures and duties as well as carrying out any oral or written instructions that come your way. To ensure the safety of your patients, you practice infection control and universal precautions. When needed, you report any forms of abuse and take appropriate action according to state and federal guidelines. Always reliable and punctual, you maintain regular attendance to complete your day-to-day tasks and submit any documentation regarding clinical notes and driving records. You find great satisfaction knowing the work that you do in home health care makes a difference in the lives of so many!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A FIELD NURSE (LPN)
- Active nursing license in the state of Oklahoma
- CPR certification or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of being hired
- 1 years of nursing experience
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability to travel long distances and adapt to schedule changes
- Basic knowledge about computers
Experience working in home health, critical care, or an emergency room would be a plus but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Can you balance multiple tasks while demonstrating good time management? Are you able to easily adapt to new situations? Can you work well under pressure? Do you have exceptional problem-solving skills? Are you able to maintain a compassionate and empathetic manner toward others? If so, you might just be perfect for this nursing position!
WORK SCHEDULE
This full-time home health care position typically works from 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday with rotating weekends.
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this Field Nurse (LPN) job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 74820
