PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
LifeStyle Options - an Addus Homecare Company · Schaumburg, IL · 1 wk ago
Healthcare$28/hrInternship
Are you looking for a job with flexibility AND variety? At LifeStyle Options you can do exactly that! Our LPNs keep their skills sharp by working private duty one on one with a client in their home (low acuity).
Responsibilities
- Perform selected nursing procedures, commensurate with experience and education within the scope of LVN/LPN practice including but not limited to: tracheostomy care, colostomy care and g-tube care.
- Provide client and family teaching according to plan outlined by the RN.
- Monitor client’s vital signs and make specific measurements and observations.
- Monitor and record intake and output. Report significant changes immediately.
- Observe, assess and record client’s physical and mental condition and reports any changes.
- Administer medications as instructed and as ordered by the physician and instructed by the RN.
- Work with patient, family and health care team members effectively to coordinate patient care.
- Maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information.
- Maintain regular, predictable, consistent attendance and is flexible to meet the needs of the agency.
- Follow all HIPAA regulations and requirements.
- Abide by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
- Licensed as a vocational/practical nurse in the state of practice. (NEW GRADS WELCOME!)
- Home Care or Home Health experience preferred.
- CPR Certification. (Note: We offer classes if you need to renew!)
- Ability to provide nursing care in the home environment.
- Ability to complete necessary documentation appropriately, legibly and timely.
- Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills necessary to complete job responsibilities.
Benefits
- Weekly Pay and Direct Deposit.
- Paid Time Off - Vacation and sick time accrual (up to 80 hours per year based on tenure).
- 1.5x pay for scheduled/worked covered holidays.
- Medical, hospitalization, vision, and dental benefits through the employer-sponsored minimum essential plan for eligible employees and their dependents.
- Eligibility to enroll in employer-sponsored retirement plan after 6 months of service (21 years of age).
- Flexible schedule - Full Time and Part Time hours available! Work when and where YOU want (hourly shifts or live-in).
- Exceptional support team. Manager is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
- Programs offered: Referral bonus, rewards, employee discounts, and employee assistance.
- Excellent training program on day one… and ongoing!
- Career opportunities.
Pay
Starting wage is $28 per hour.