What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) position at Patriot At Home?
Homecare – LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Territory: Portage County
Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Patriot is veteran owned and family operated
Why Patriot?
- Patriot At Home is a place where you can directly make an impact in your community while also thriving personally and professionally! We recognize family as the cornerstone of our company, and want you to be part of a team that values your contributions and well-being.
We value our families and community:
- Flexible Schedule
- Paid time off
- Hardship Program- program to support staff during challenging times
- Patriot Cares- nonprofit for community outreach
How we support you professionally:
- This position is paid at a competitive salary with the opportunity to earn extra money by picking up visits at our per diem rate
- Mileage reimbursement for any company travel
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Supplemental insurance (begins immediately upon hire)
- Company 401K with 4% company matching
The responsibilities of our LPNs include:
- Assist the RN in carrying out the plan of care
- Assist the RN in performing specialized procedures as directed by the RN under physician's orders
- Assist with the preparation, implementation, and continuing evaluation of the patient care plan
- Help teach the patient appropriate self-care techniques
- Prepare clinical progress notes
- Assist with the rehabilitation of patients according to the medical care plan
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing
- Must be licensed in the State of Ohio as a LPN
- One or more years in home health experience is preferred
- Must have a criminal background check
- Must have current CPR certification
Job Conditions:
- The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing, in English is required
- The ability to access patients' homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible is required
- Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the patient's condition and to perform patient care
- Physical activities will include walking, sitting, stooping, and standing and minimal maximum lifting of patients and the turning of patients
Patriot at Home is an equal opportunity employer
