What are the responsibilities and job description for the Private Duty / LPN / LVN / Licensed Practical Nurse position at BrightSpring Health Services?
Overview
Private Duty LPN - Part-Time
Overview:
Join our team as a Private Duty LPN, providing one-on-one care for a ventilator-dependent patient in their home. This part-time position is perfect for nurses seeking flexibility and an impactful work environment.
Location:
Bartlett, TN (Zip Code: 38134)
Schedule:
- Thursday and Friday
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Highlights:
- Provide specialized care for a patient requiring ventilator support.
- Work directly with patients in their home environment.
- Build meaningful connections through personalized care.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay.
- Daily Pay option available.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Requirements:
- Must be trach/vent certified (training available).
- Minimum of one year of nursing experience due to the training required for ventilator certification.
- Proficient in ventilator management, including monitoring settings, troubleshooting alarms, and performing suctioning as needed.
- Current LPN license in Tennessee.
- CPR certification required.
- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.
Make a real difference in a patient’s life by delivering care where it matters most. Apply today!
Responsibilities
- Perform selected nursing procedures within the scope of LPN practice
- Provide patient and family teaching according to plan outlined by the RN
- Monitor patient's vital signs and make specific measurements and observations
- Monitor and record intake and output. Report significant changes immediately
- Observe, assess and record patient's physical and mental condition and reports any changes
- Administer medications as instructed and as ordered by the physician and instructed by the RN and document the patient's file accordingly
- Attend and participate in multi-disciplinary patient case conferences, staff meetings and in-service education programs as assigned
- Cooperate with on-call schedule, weekends and after hour visits, as necessary
Qualifications
• Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN license in good standing
• Previous experience in home health, hospice, hospital or skilled nursing preferred
• Active CPR certification
• Familiarity with electronic health records
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license and current automobile insurance
Salary : $20 - $28
