Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Bethlehem, PA

Gilder Search Group • Bethlehem, PA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Bethlehem, PA

Tagged: Licensed Practical Nurse

IMMEDIATE HIRING

Are you a licensed practical nurse - LPN who is interested in joining a company that puts patients and clinicians first? Are you tired of a rigid schedule?

This is a great opportunity to join a leading home health company that has multiple openings. Work with a team of nurses that care for one another.

Flexible Schedule.

Do you have experience working with pediatric patients in any of the following settings:

Diabetes care
Feeding assistance
Incontinence care
Non-ambulatory and Total care
Respiratory Assessment
Safety monitoring and Supervision
Smart Vest
Tracheostomy (Trach)
Tube feedings
VNS applications

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

Responsibilities and Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
LPN implements plan of care initiated by the clinician.
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
LPN participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the clinician and/or Clinical Supervisor.
LPN uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in personal and professional growth and development.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse.

Qualifications and Skills

Currently licensed LPN in the State.
Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the State.
Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

Benefits: