LPN Home Care

About the role

The caregiver in this role will serve patients on the South team, covering Medina and Wayne counties. These cities include but are not limited too:

• Wooster
• Medina
• Wadsworth
• Brunswick
• Valley City
• Lodi
• Orrville
• Rittman

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuity of care and coordinate discharge planning.
• Act as an interdisciplinary team member by providing direct patient care under multiple levels of care.
• Collect and document objective and subjective patient data, in accordance with the agency policies and procedures.
• Report data, as appropriate, to the directing registered nurse and other members of the health care team, so that a plan of care is initiated, and changes are accurately addressed.
• Actively engage with and educate potential customers about the benefits and appropriateness of care.
• Ensure the patient and their family have adequate knowledge and an understanding of the hospice or homecare benefit, as appropriate.
• Contribute to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
• Observe patients and report any unusual conditions to professional staff.
• Observe patients for safety risks and implement safety measures that are within scope of practice.
• Administer medications, within scope of practice, and observe patients for effectiveness in relief of symptoms as well as for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
• Provide direct patient care, including dressing changes and laboratory tests, as part of the plan of care.
• Provide ongoing education and information to patients and family members, taking into consideration cultural issues and other special challenges.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date documentation and files at all times regarding patient condition and effectiveness and timeliness of care and interventions.
• Ensure a seamless transition to the residential setting by coordinating services at time of discharge.
• Be flexible in setting and revising priorities for one’s daily assignment based on patient needs/acuity, family requests and available resources.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
• Current Ohio license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• One year of clinical experience as a professional nurse in an acute setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance coverage with $100,000 per person and $300,000 per accident coverage.
• Knowledge of JCAHO and Medicare standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• M-IV certification.
• Infusion experience.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in computer systems and software used in healthcare settings.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Life insurance options, including employer-paid life insurance and the option to purchase supplemental life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• A 401(k)/403(b) plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off (PTO) including vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Caregiver discounts on various products and services.
• Adoption assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling and support.
• Employee Hardship Fund for financial assistance.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.

Pay

• Minimum hourly: $23.25
• Maximum hourly: $33.50

Schedule

Full Time
Shift: Days