We are working with a reputable Home Healthcare Agency in Broward, seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The ideal candidate will provide assigned nursing care with patients in their home/where they reside, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (Case Manager) who is accountable to the Nursing Supervisor / DON.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Base Salary (Depending on prior LPN experience)
• $500 EXTRA per month in Travel/Gas Stipend ($6K ADDITIONAL per year)
• Potential for a salary increase after 1 year of employment (TBD after an "exceptional" performance review)
• Full Health Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• PTO Paid vacation time PLUS Sick leave
• Full PPE and supplies provided
• Great team and amazing working atmosphere

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares progress notes for the clinical records.
• Reports any changes in the patient’s conditions to his/her immediate supervisor with the changes documented in the clinical notes.
• Performs selected skills, including the administration of treatment and medications, in the care of the sick, the maintenance of the health and prevention of illness of others, under the direction of the Professional Nurse.
• Prepares equipment and materials for treatment, observing aseptic techniques as required; meeting all OSHA standards.
• Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques and assessing patients with further needs for instructions.
• Assist Case Manager / DON with coordination of patient care within the Agency.
• Participates in regular conferences with RN, Case Manager, DON and other health care staff to plan patient visits, progress and discharges.
• Attends nursing staff service meetings, in-services program, and required Agency meetings.
• Records and reports to the physician after conferring with the Case Manger / DON and other personnel any changes in the patient’s condition of treatment.
• Has full understanding and is incompliance with all Agency’s regulations, policies and job descriptions.
• Identifies possible ineffective therapy or adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies, and contra-indicated medication and reports to supervisor / DON.
• Advises and consults with family to achieve optimum potential of patients.
• Performs any related duty as designated by the RN, Case Manager, Nursing Supervisor or DON.
• Any other job function given by Administrator or Director of Nursing limited to state policies, regulations, and standards.

REQUIREMENTS / SKILLS:

• Knowledge of general nursing practice.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current state licensure as a LPN/LVN.
• Experience as an LPN/LVN commensurate with one of the following:
• *One (1) year experience in an acute care setting within the last 24 months;
• *Six (6) months home care experience within the last 12 months.
• Prior home healthcare experience is preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license and reliable automobile.
• Current health certificate/physical examination and TB testing.
• Current CPR card.
• Flexible, yet organized, with ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.

EOE: Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Home Health
• Wound Care

Physical setting:

• Acute care
• Outpatient

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tamarac, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your email address?

Experience:

• Home care (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's license and Auto Insurance (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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