Licensed Practical Nurse - $5K Bonus

Our CompanyAdoration Home Health and Hospice Overview$5K Sign-On BonusLicensed Practical Nurse - LPNGastonia, NCFull-TimeCoverage Areas: Denver, Sherrills Ford, StanleyWorks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Duties include providing routine care, general observation of client’s health status, assists the RN and physician in treatments and communicating with clients and their families/guardians. Reports changes in condition and/or additional client needs to supervisor.Adoration Home Health’s comprehensive benefits include:

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Pay Rates

Eligibility based on locationSign-on bonus applicable to external/new hires only Responsibilities

Providing 1:1 care for client following client's plan of care at all times while maintaining client's dignity and independence

Monitoring client’s vital statistics and reporting abnormal findings to the Case Manager and Physician

Administering medications, feedings, oxygen, ostomy care as needed per client's plan of care and provided assessments of results

Completing routines as established by other care professionals such as PT, OT, Speech Therapists

Ensuring infection control policies are maintained at all times, reporting possible communicable diseases or infections and ensuring the overall implementation and practice of infection control procedures are implemented

Accurately documenting nursing actions of all care given and communication with family, case manager, and physicians as well as documenting the progress and outcomes for established goals and informing physician, case manager, and families of changes in client's medical condition and needs

Coordinating or ordering supplies, medications, and feedings as needed to insure adequate amounts are on hand at all times

Ensuring all patient needs are being met in accordance with the instructions of the physician

Monitoring incidents involving individuals, ensuring incident reports are completed timely, accurately, and informing case managers, and examining the individual following the incident

Ensuring all medical equipment is maintained and reporting faulty equipment to DME for repair

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

LPN/LPT/LVN Degree from an accredited college of nursing with current unrestricted registration and license in the state of practice

Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and proof of car insurance

CPR professional certification

Experience in administering medications

1+ years of nursing experience preferred

Home health care experience preferred

Able to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds

Able to bend, stoop, push, pull, sit, and walk for periods of time

Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing

About our Line of BusinessAdoration Home Health and Hospice provides quality and compassionate services in the comfort of home, providing support for patients, families and caregivers in their time of need. Adoration was formed to fill the need for a loving, community-focused, caring organization. We empower patients to live with dignity, find a sense of fulfillment, and celebrate with their families a life well-lived. Our employees and caregivers are proud to be a part of the Adoration team and the mission of our company. For more information about Adoration, please visitwww.AdorationHealth.com. Follow us onFacebook (https://www.facebook.com/adorationhealth/) and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/adoration-health/) .ALERT: We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as employees from our company. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. We take pride in creating a best-in-class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card, driver’s license, bank information, or payment for work equipment, etc.) from you via text or email. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning our company, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@brightspringhealth.com . Click here (https://www.brightspringhealth.com/careers/frequently-asked-questions/) for additional FAQ information. Job LocationsUS-NC-GASTONIAID 2024-152039 Line of Business Adoration Home Health and Hospice Position Type Full-Time