Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

divh2Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/h2pExperience a work culture where nurses are valued, management backs you and youre empowered to be a patients advocate. At Interim HealthCare, these are just a few of the rewards youll enjoy as a Home Health LPN./ppWhat sets us apart? For starters, more than 65 percent of our leaders are nurses and medical professionals. So, we know firsthand what it takes to be a nurse and the sacrifices you make to serve others. We also understand the importance of being a voice for your patients so they can receive the resources and care they deserveand well be there to support you. If you share our passion for patient-centered care, you are made for this!/ppOur Home Health Licensed Practical Nurses enjoy some notable benefits:/pulli$24.00 - $35.00/lili1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes/liliFlexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance/liliOnline training, growth and ability to earn CEUs/li/ulpAs a Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse, heres a big-picture view of what youll do:/pulliAble to perform and prioritize multiple functions or tasks./liliAble to read and interpret technical instructions related to the care of the patient./liliAble to visually and auditorially observe the patient./liliAble to effectively deal with multiple changes based on patient and scheduling needs./liliAble to provide proof of valid drivers license, if applicable./liliAble to provide proof of valid auto liability insurance if assignment(s) include driving own vehicle to transport patient./liliAble to effectively communicate in English with all levels of the workforce, both clinical and non-clinical./liliAble to effectively communicate, including the ability to read, write, and verbally report clinical information to clients, clients caregivers and family, and agency staff./liliAble to perform and prioritize multiple tasks or functions./liliTwo (2) positive references./liliMeets applicable state and federal health screening requirements./liliPass federal and state required criminal and abuse background checks where required./liliVerification of employment eligibility (I-9) in accordance with local, state, and federal law and regulations./li/ulpA few must-haves for Home Health Licensed Practical Nurses:/pulliRecognize and report changes in the patients condition to the RN supervisor./liliComplete timely and accurate clinical notes including addressing patients progress./liliAssist the RN or physician in performing specialized procedures and duties./liliAssist the RN in carrying out the patient plan of care./liliAssist the client in learning appropriate self-care techniques./liliAble to perform CPR./liliFollows accepted standards of nursing practice./liliAble to travel within Frederick County from assignment to assignment./liliComplete other assignments as requested and assigned./liliMay have access to protected health information (PHI) necessary to fulfill the above duties and responsibilities. Access to use and ability to disclose PHI is further defined by each organization./li/ulpstrongWorking Conditions Physical Effort:/strong Work is normally performed in patients home, schools, or occupational settings. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens and/or other potentially infectious or hazardous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment. Able to constantly stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, kneel and reach freely and assist patients with standing, walking and transferring. Able to constantly grasp with thumb in opposition to fingers or palm, e.g., manipulate pen, syringes, vials, knobs or objects. Medium physical activity that may require occasional lifting, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs. in order to carry out daily job functions and related activities that may be required./ppKey Occasionally Activity/conditions exist 0-2.5 hrs/day or up to 30% Frequently Activity/conditions exist 2.55.5 hrs/day or over 30% Constantly Activity/conditions exist 5.5+ hrs/day or over 60% Medium Lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs/ppWhy Work for Interim HealthCare?/ppFounded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nations first home care company and a leading employer of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to nurses is expressed through our passion to put patients first; a culture that values and appreciates nurses; and our ongoing efforts to advocate for nurses in ways that elevate their profession and reward their sacrificial work. Join a nationwide network of nurses who have rediscovered the passion that led them to nursing./ppInterim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws./p/div