What are the responsibilities and job description for the URGENT: Adult Home Health Nurse- LPN/ RN position at Centria Autism?
The client is a 23-year-old individual currently residing in a hospital bed located in the living room due to limited mobility. He requires comprehensive care, including tracheostomy and gastrostomy (G-tube) management.
He has a diagnosis of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), a severe and rare form of epilepsy that typically presents in early childhood. This condition is characterized by multiple types of seizures, including atonic, tonic, and atypical absence seizures. Due to the complexity of his medical needs and seizure activity, the client would benefit significantly from Private Duty Nursing (PDN) services to ensure his safety, support ongoing medical care, and improve his quality of life.
Position Overview:
As a Private Duty Nurse, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our client by delivering personalized, high-quality care in a comfortable home environment.
Responsibilities:
A healthy work life balance is considered in the structure of our organization, and providing 1 on 1 care promotes this value. We want our clients and staff healthy and happy. We love what we do and have a high expectation of service and understand that our employees are our greatest asset.
Nurse Centric Scheduling
We understand that our team of nurses have increasingly busy schedules and we want to do our best to prioritize YOU. With our new culture of nurse centric scheduling at Centria Healthcare, there are no mandated shifts and we are incredibly flexible with your traveling needs. Our nurses also work with our families to create personalized schedules in a way that works for all involved.
Responsibilities
Benefits to choosing Centria:
All applicants receive consideration of employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status
He has a diagnosis of Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), a severe and rare form of epilepsy that typically presents in early childhood. This condition is characterized by multiple types of seizures, including atonic, tonic, and atypical absence seizures. Due to the complexity of his medical needs and seizure activity, the client would benefit significantly from Private Duty Nursing (PDN) services to ensure his safety, support ongoing medical care, and improve his quality of life.
Position Overview:
As a Private Duty Nurse, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our client by delivering personalized, high-quality care in a comfortable home environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide skilled nursing care, including but not limited to tracheostomy care, ventilator management (if applicable), catheter care, wound care, medication administration, and bowel/bladder programs.
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as repositioning, transfers, and hygiene.
- Monitor the patient’s vital signs, symptoms, and overall well-being, reporting any concerns to the healthcare team.
- Offer emotional support and companionship, ensuring a positive and comfortable environment.
- Collaborate with family members, caregivers, and medical professionals to maintain continuity of care.
- Licensed RN or LPN in the state of Michigan.
- Experience in home health, private duty nursing, or long-term care preferred.
- Knowledge of paraplegia-related care, including skin integrity, mobility assistance, and respiratory support, is a plus.
- Ability to provide compassionate and patient-centered care.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Full-time, part-time, and per diem shifts available (Day, Night, and Weekend shifts).
- Competitive pay rates based on experience.
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance.
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support from Centria Healthcare.
- Health benefits, PTO, and career advancement opportunities for eligible employees.
A healthy work life balance is considered in the structure of our organization, and providing 1 on 1 care promotes this value. We want our clients and staff healthy and happy. We love what we do and have a high expectation of service and understand that our employees are our greatest asset.
Nurse Centric Scheduling
We understand that our team of nurses have increasingly busy schedules and we want to do our best to prioritize YOU. With our new culture of nurse centric scheduling at Centria Healthcare, there are no mandated shifts and we are incredibly flexible with your traveling needs. Our nurses also work with our families to create personalized schedules in a way that works for all involved.
Responsibilities
- Perform duties outlined in patient's plan of care
- TBI SCI rehabilitation
- Adult/ Pediatrics
- Ventilator and Tracheotomy care (Training Provided)
- Gastrostomy tube care (Training Provided)
- Dispensing medications
- Observe client’s physical, mental and emotional conditions.
- Report any changes
- Document observed changes
- Communicates effectively with Clinical team to increase optimal outcomes
- Maintains professional nature within the home setting
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to utilize computers/tablets and computer software
- Current state license as an RN or LPN
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Current negative TB skin test or negative chest X-ray
- CPR certified
Benefits to choosing Centria:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
- Virtual Orientation
- Electronic charting
- Dedicated staffing specialists
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Referral bonus
- COVID supply support
- Tuition Assistance Program
- 24/7 On Call support
- Highest quality metrics in the industry
- Opportunities for advancement within the organization
All applicants receive consideration of employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status
