Private Duty Nurse LPN

Licensed PracticalNurse(LPN)

Location : Ridley Park PA

Aveanna Healthcareis a leading provider of pediatric and adult care servicesspecializing in home healthcare. Our mission is to enhance thelives of our patients and their families by deliveringcompassionate and personalized care in the comfort of their ownhomes.

With a dedicated team of healthcare professionals AveannaHealthcare is committed to excellence in patient care and clinicaloutcomes.

We are seeking a compassionate anddedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in BalaCynwyd PA. As an Aveanna Healthcare LPN you will have theopportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of our patientsand their families by providing highquality clinical care in a homehealthcare setting.

This position offers flexible schedulingoptions and competitive compensationpackages.

Responsibilities :

• Performpatient assessments and assist in developing individualized careplans under the supervision of a Registered Nurse(RN).
• Administer medications treatments andtherapies as prescribed by thephysician.
• Monitor patient progress and reportany changes in condition to the supervising RN orphysician.
• Provide patient and family educationon healthcare management medication administration and selfcaretechniques.
• Collaborate with theinterdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and comprehensive caredelivery.
• Maintain accurate and uptodatepatient documentation in accordance with regulatory standards andorganizational policies.
• Provide emotionalsupport and advocacy for patients and their families throughout thecarecontinuum.

Qualifications :

• Currentand unrestricted LPN license in the state ofPennsylvania.
• Minimum of six months of clinicalexperience preferably in a home healthcare or pediatricsetting.
• Strong clinical assessment andcritical thinking skills.
• Excellentcommunication and interpersonal skills.
• Abilityto work independently and collaboratively within amultidisciplinary team.
• Reliable transportationand willingness to travel to patient homes within the Ridley Parkarea.

Benefits :

• Competitivecompensation package with opportunities for performancebasedbonuses.
• Flexible scheduling options toaccommodate worklife balance.
• Comprehensivemedical dental and vision insurance plans to meet your healthcareneeds.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan withcompany match to help you plan for thefuture.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) andholiday pay to support your wellbeing andrelaxation.
• Continuing education assistance andopportunities for professional development to enhance your skillsand advance your career within theorganization.

If you are passionateabout making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in adynamic and rewarding healthcare environment we invite you to joinour team at Aveanna Healthcare.

Apply today to embark on afulfilling career journey withus!

benefit eligibility isdependent on employmentstatus

Equal EmploymentOpportunity and Affirmative Action : Aveanna provides equalemployment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants foremployment without regard to race color religion sex nationalorigin age disability or genetics.

In addition to federal lawrequirements Aveanna complies with applicable state and local lawsgoverning nondiscrimination in employment in every location inwhich the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all termsand conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placementpromotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absencecompensation andtraining

PositionOverview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN / LVN) isresponsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing careunder the supervision of a Registered Nurse in accordance with thedeveloped care plan and physicians orders for each individualpatient while adhering to confidentiality standards andprofessional boundaries at all times.

EssentialJob Functions

Responsible for the delivery andcoordination of quality patient care in compliance with physicianorders.

Continuously observes and assesses patientcondition and care needs and reports changes in condition to thesupervisor and / or physician as appropriate.

Documents allactivities assessments nursing actions responses and coordinationof care in a timely manner whenever care is delivered.

Participate implement and update the nursing care plan.

Takes appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achievesexpected outcomes.

Recognizes changes in patient needsand responses requiring intervention and implements care to preventrisk or reduce risk.

Accepts responsibility for personaland professional accountability by complying with Aveanna policiesstate and federal regulations accrediting bodies and the NursePractice Act.

Provide care utilizing infection controlmeasures that protect both the staff and the patient according toOSHA standards.

Educates the patient and family regardingthe disease process selfcare techniques and prevention strategiesand in meeting the patients nursing needs.

Maintainknowledge of competencies related to the nursing profession byparticipating in educational programs continued education unitsinternal learning management skills and skillevaluations.

Requirements

Graduate ofan accredited school of nursing.

Current unrestrictedstate license as a Licensed Nurse in the state ofpractice

Current CPR certification

Demonstratedproficiency in clinical assessments documentation and compliancewith nursing care and policies and procedures

Additionalstate specific requirements :

South Carolina One (1) yearof pediatrics experience

California One (1) year ofexperience required working under current nursing license

Louisiana One (1) year of experience required working as a licensednurse

Continuing Education as required bystate

Preferences

Six (6) months ofrecent experience as a Licensed Nurse in a clinical caresetting

Home health experience

OtherSkills / Abilities

Attention to detail

TimeManagement

Effective problemsolving and conflictresolution

Good organization and communicationskills

Physical Requirements

Must beable to speak write read and understand English

Must beable to travel

Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipmentwithout assistance

Prolonged walking standing bendingkneeling reaching twisting

Must be able to sit and climbstairs

Must have visual and hearing acuity

Musthave strong sense of smell and touch

Must be able tosufficiently reposition patients and move equipment withoutassistance

Must be able to appropriately respondphysically and mentally to emergency situations in the home orduring transport

Environment

Must beable to function in a wide variety of environments which mayinvolve exposure to allergens and other variousconditions

Possible exposure to blood bodily fluids andinfectious diseases

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover orcontain a comprehensive listing of activities duties orresponsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time withor without notice.

As an employeraccepting Medicare and Medicaid funds employees must comply withall healthrelated requirements in all relevant jurisdictionsincluding required vaccinations and testing subject to exemptionsfor medical or religious reasons asappropriate.

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