Private Duty Nurse LVN - Nights (Part Time / Full Time)
Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care · Buda, TX · 1 mo ago
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About the Role
We are seeking a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide skilled nursing care in home settings, working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role involves delivering and documenting patient care in accordance with care plans and physician orders, assessing patient conditions, and reporting changes promptly.
Responsibilities
- Deliver and document patient care in accordance with care plans and physician orders
- Assess patient conditions and report changes promptly
- Maintain accurate documentation
- Implement care plans
- Educate patients and families
- Adhere to infection control standards
- Monitor patient status, document activities, update care plans, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards and regulations
Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted LPN/LVN license in the practice state
- Current CPR certification
- TB test within the past 12 months
- Reliable transportation
- Preferred: Six months of clinical nursing experience; home health experience is a plus
Skills & Abilities
- Attention to detail, organization, and time management
- Effective communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to respond to emergencies and work in diverse environments
Physical & Environmental Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and reposition patients
- Prolonged walking, standing, bending, and climbing stairs
- Ability to travel and work in varied environments, with exposure to bodily fluids and infectious diseases
Benefits & Schedule
- Flexible scheduling
- Comprehensive benefits
- Career growth opportunities
- Local support to facilitate outstanding clinical outcomes and compassionate homecare