Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health - New Grads

Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Denver Metro area to join our Home Health New Graduate Nursing Program. The Novice Nurse (< 12 months of experience) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care in accordance with care developed for each individual patient in accordance with physician's orders when applicable.

Within this program, you will be gaining hands-on experience by working 1-on-1 with a patient within the home setting. You will have the opportunity to learn direct patient care, care management, vent / trach / g-tube management, and critical thinking with the 24 / 7 support of the clinical supervising team. Our goal is to best prepare our Novice Nurses for the nursing field, whether that be in Home Health, Pediatrics, ICU, Case Management, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Re-evaluates patient nursing needs regularly
• Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient / client care and / or contracted services
• Initiates the plan of care when directed and requests from prescriber necessary revisions as patient status and needs change
• Incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions based on nursing diagnosis and established goals
• Assures patient safety at all times
• Intervenes as applicable to changes in condition and reports such changes to appropriate supervisor and / or physician
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, as well as, monitors and documents effectiveness of intervention
• Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the environment and equipment including universal precautions
• Reviews plan of care, program protocols and identifies areas for healthcare teaching / education, care coordination, goal setting and discharge planning needs as applicable
• Documents all physician collaboration / coordination of care in the medical record and communicates this information as needed
• Supports professional practice by observing the following :
• Nurse Practice Act
• Standards of Nursing Practice
• Standards of Patient Care
• Standards of Accrediting Body (ACHC, Joint Commission, etc.)
• State and Local Laws
• Patient Bill of Rights
• Maxim Healthcare, Nursing, and Client's Policies
• Adheres to Maxim policy and procedure and applicable protocols
• Attends case conferences, team meetings, education in-services as required
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements :

Benefits

At Maxim Healthcare Group, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits :

Maxim Benefits :

Health and Wellness Medical / Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security : Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits : Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please apply by Jan 28, 2025 to be considered