Licensed Practical Nurse

LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse - Home NursingLPNs needed for in-home nursing with female child/young adult who is medically-fragile and technologically dependent. Care includes g-tube feeding and mgt, seizure mgt, and trach care. You will be joining a diverse team of nurses who have shared the joy of caring for this special girl for many years. Training is available to experienced or new nurses with the aptitude and passion for pediatric work. Full-time, part-time, or PRN assignments are available in 8, 10, and 12-hour shifts.ResponsibilitiesImplement care and treatment using sound judgment and critical thinkingProvide accurate, detailed, and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care and the nursing processPrepare, administer, and appropriately document actions taken specific to the commonly prescribed oral, topical, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications.Observe, reports, and record adverse reactions to medications and/or treatment to the school nursePerform all skill, treatments, and procedures to the scope of practice as defined in the Nurse Practice Act in the state of clinical practice and adheres to the policies, procedures, and protocols of the agencyG-tube, seizure management, diabetes education a plus.QualificationsGraduated from National League of Nursing accredited practical or vocational school of nursingUnencumbered license as a Practical or Vocational Nurse in IllinoisProof of recent Physical clearance and Negative TB test or chest x-ray (within one year)Current CPR (in-person training only) BrightStar Care