Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

We are looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) for a home care position. Rates per hour are as follows: $26 to $33 per skilled visit. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding. The job is very flexible.

Responsibilities

• Record a patients medical history accurately.
• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
• Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
• Monitor patients condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts.
• Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks.
• Collect samples for lab testing as assigned.
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed.
• Communicate with patients family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions.

Skills

• Proven experience as LPN or similar role
• Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with home health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
• Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
• Perfect physical condition and stamina
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and able to handle stress.
• Successful completion of LPN license program is a must.
• Bilingual candidates preferred.

Job Types: Part-time, Per diem

Salary: $800.00 - $2,000.00 per week

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health
• Pediatrics
• Wound Care
• Catheter Care

Physical setting:

• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly schedule:

• Weekends
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Home health: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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Hourly pay, Part time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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