LPN Pediatric Home Care Nights

We are hiring a Pediatric Private Duty LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) in the Destrehan area to provide pediatric private duty care night shifts. Case Specific Enhanced Pay Rates are available with 8-12 shifts. We offer FT/PT hours, flexible schedules, and weekly pay

At Egan-Ochsner Pediatric Private Duty, part of the LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you can expect:

• Flexibility for true work-life balance
• Opportunities for career growth
• The ability to build trusted nurse-patient relationships.
• Employee-focused wellness and support programs

If you love caring for others and want to strengthen your healthcare experience, this is a great opportunity for you!

Job Summary

The Personal Care Services Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for: (1) providing direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill, and/or chronically ill patients in their homes; (2) recording clinical and progress notes; and (3) coordinating other patient care activities/services to provide the highest quality of patient care in the geographic service area to which she/he is assigned. She/he works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.

Nursing activities are limited to those in compliance with the State LPN/LVN Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirements and agency policies and procedures.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides direct skilled nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the plan of care.
• Utilizes the E.V.V. (Electronic Visit Verification) program as applicable. Records clinical and progress notes at the time of the visit to ensure continuity of qualitative patient care in a timely basis.
• Prepares equipment and material for use according to the plan of care, practicing appropriate procedure technique, including Administers medications as prescribed by a physician and permitted by law.
• Assists with teaching the patient and/or family members regarding the patient care needs and other related problems of the patient at home.
• Ensures confidentiality of patient records/information.
• Attends team meetings and staff meetings to enhance team communication and coordination of quality services
• Observes, records, and reports (1) signs and symptoms; (2) reactions to treatments and medications; and (3) any change in the patient's physical or emotional condition in a timely matter to the Registered Nurse and physician as applicable.
• Participates in the organization's Performance Improvement and Compliance programs and adheres to policies and procedures. * All other duties assigned.

Education Requirments

• Must meet educational/experience requirements outlined in the laws of licensure states.
• A minimum of one (1) year of acute care experience preferred; previous home care experience preferred.
• Must have current LPN licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Current CPR certification required.

License Requirements
Must have current LPN licensure in state of practice.
Current driver's license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Current CPR certification required.

Experience Requirements
Previous home care experience preferred

Additional state Specific Requirements
LA: Current LPN Licensure in LA without restrictions. At a minimum, one (1) year of experience working as an LPN.

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