Home Health PDN - Private Duty Nurse (RN or LPN) - Full-Time, Weekdays (Mon-Thurs)

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Fairfield County, OH (Lancaster and surrounding areas)Job Title: RN / LPN – Home Health Private Duty NurseEmployment Type: Full-TimeLong-term employment opportunity.No on-calls / No overtime required.Required Schedule Availability: 4x8 (32hrs/wk) or 4x10 (40hrs/wk) | Monday - Thursday (daytime)Why HCN? Home Care Network, Inc. is a leading home health care agency with an excellent reputation as an employer and provider of care throughout Ohio and Indiana since 1993, with headquarters in Dayton, OH, and regional offices across both states.Being "nurse-owned" means that the decisions on how the agency operates are made by leaders who have been in your role and in this industry for decades.All of our Regional Administrators are experienced RNs, which we think helped us earn a top spot as a "2024 Best Health Care Companies based in Dayton, OH" from Zippia Career Experts.Join our team of dedicated clinicians and care professionals! Make a difference in our patients' lives and take your career in a positive direction.Home Care Network, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN highly preferred) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN w/ several years of experience) to provide Home Health Private Duty Nursing (PDN) services in and around Lancaster, OH (Fairfield County) for a loving young adult male patient with an amazing family (incl. active parental caregivers + additional HCN in-home care team).Specialized PDN requirements for this case:Minimum of 1 year experience both vent care and tube feedings / G-tube care expertise (2+ years preferred)Minimum of 2 years of experience in paid home health or visiting nurse setting (home health agency experience a plus)Strong medication administration skillsCore DutiesVentilator & Tracheostomy ManagementG‑Tube & Enteral Feeding CareMedication AdministrationFollow physician orders and established Plans of CareExcellent clinical documentationCommunicate patient changes to the RN Case Manager + Care Team membersQualificationsActive Ohio RN or LPN licenseMinimum of 1 year experience both vent care and tube feedings / G-tube care expertise (2+ years preferred)Minimum of 2 years of experience in paid home health or visiting nurse setting (home health agency experience a plus)Strong medication administration skillsReliable transportation and punctualityActive CPR and First Aid certificates highly desired (for speed to start care), but agency will provide renewal/recertification if required.Good interpersonal communication skills - written and verbal.Desirable character traits: reliable, honest beyond reproach, professional, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful.Ability and willingness to successfully perform all required duties including essential physical demands (listed below).Current driver's license or state ID, plus reliable transportation, are required.Excellent attendance record with past employers.Why HCN?Nurse‑owned, locally led agencyReliable scheduling with consistent case(s)No on‑call or OT requirementsReport to experienced RNs, not non-clinical business managers.Our strong, local and accessible RNCMs, RN Administrators, QA Nurses, Schedulers, and support team have your back.We have a 30% higher retention rate than Ohio agency average: When Caregivers and Clinicians find HCN, they love it and they stay.Additional Details and Perks:Autonomy in a positive, client-centered culture, with excellent Quality and Compliance support + training for all caregivers and clinicians.Mileage reimbursement is provided for travel between multiple clients, if applicable.Full time employees are eligible for: health + dental/vision insurance, and other benefits, as well as generous & unlimited referral bonuses based on HCN's Referral Bonus Program criteria, quarterly awards and bonuses, career advancement, and more.Long-term employment with Growth Opportunities:Pay and title promotions from within are a priority at HCN!Schedule accommodations for school/classesPeer Networking, Job Shadowing, and Mentors to help you achieve your career goalsWeekly pay including onboarding, training, and an additional 4-8 Hours on your first paycheck, after successfully completing your first day of work.Back-up accommodations for scheduled vacations so your clients receive care while you're away.Friendly travel expectations: HCN designs a custom travel radius for every employee, keeping you & your family happy while providing the maximum coverage for our clients.PDNs and Visit Nurses: typical travel radius is 30 minutes + occasional travel up to 1 hourStarting Pay Rate:LPNs: $28 - $32 per hourRNs: $35 - $40 per hour*Compensation is based on employee qualifications and certifications, experience, skill specializations, positive employment history, and overall client & team fit. Position SummaryA successful PDN at Home Care Network, Inc., performs skilled nursing functions in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization and agency. All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices and state Nurse Practice Act. The LPN/RN delivers care to clients as delegated by the RN Case Manager.Reports to: RN Case Manager; Clinical Administrator/Director of NursingEssential Functions/Areas of Accountability:Provides professional nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Communicates appropriate status/condition changes to the RN per agency guidelines.Provides skilled nursing visits for clients as directed by the RN Case Manager. Follows the care plan established by the Registered Nurse.Recognizes and reports changes in client condition to the Case Manager and physician, as directed.Communicates information on a timely basis, consistent with agency policy and urgency of the situation. Communication is verbal, as needed, and through complete and accurate documentation in the clinical record.Scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, assessment of findings, medication monitoring and administration, client teaching, emergency intervention, and nursing services within professional scope of practice and as delegated by the Case Manager.Individuals with the license designation of "LPN M-IV" may perform venipuncture for the purpose of obtaining blood samples for laboratory analysis.Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with policies and procedures.Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.Makes recommendations on improvement of safety.Performs job in compliance with agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards.Accepts responsibility for professional nursing role.Follows applicable state and federal laws and agency standards.Attends all meetings as required.Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.Refrains from discussing client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the person.Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Agency Quality Improvement Program and pertinent activities.Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.Essential Physical Demands:Frequent standing, walking/bending/stooping, occasional sittingWeight handled; push/pull force: 10 - 20 lbs. occasionally, 20 - 30 lbs. infrequently; carry/lift: 5 -10 lbs. occasionally, 10 - 30 lbs. infrequently. #SEOAre you willing to consent to a background check, including a criminal record check, and an employment and education verification?