Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

If you are the kind of person who gets satisfaction from bringing joy into other people’s lives, a career at TLC Companions Home Healthcare could be the best job you’ve ever had.  Whether you are looking for a full-time job or part-time employment, being a member of our TLC Care Team offers a unique opportunity to do important, fulfilling work in the home care industry and to build close, caring relationships that endure.

Benefits:

• Paid Training
• Full time RN on staff
• Flexible Schedules
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Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning and coordination of total patient care in conjunction with the RN and the physician's plan of care, and follow the nursing care plan for each patient 

• Accurately report and record the patient's condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change

• Prepare clinical/progress notes and summaries

• Assist the patient with the activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniques

• Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient

• Assist the physician and Registered Nurse in complex nursing situations

• Follow universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of patient care

• Follow emergency procedures in the event of any catastrophic event, incident, e.g., accident, injury or significant change in the patient's condition

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as an LPN in a home care setting

• Current state license as an LPN 

• Graduate of an accredited program of practical nursing

• Proof of current CPR certification

• Ability to work flexible schedule

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.