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LPN Pediatric Home Care Weekends

LPN Pediatric Home Care Weekends

LaPlace LA PCSUS
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are hiring a Pediatric Private Duty LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) in the Houma area to provide pediatric private duty care. Weekend shifts needed! Case Specific Enhanced Pay Rates are available with 8-12 shifts. We offer FT / PT hours, flexible schedules!

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

At Egan-Ochsner Pediatric Private Duty , part of the LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it : for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you can expect :

  • 1 : 1 Patient Care
  • Flexibility for true work-life balance
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • The ability to build trusted nurse-patient relationships.
  • Employee-focused wellness and support programs

If you love caring for others and want to strengthen your healthcare experience, this is a great opportunity for you!

Job Summary

The Personal Care Services Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse is responsible for : (1) providing direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill, and / or chronically ill patients in their homes; (2) recording clinical and progress notes; and (3) coordinating other patient care activities / services to provide the highest quality of patient care in the geographic service area to which she / he is assigned. She / he works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and / or designated supervisor.

Specific Job Duties / Responsibilities

  • Provides direct skilled nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the plan of care.
  • Utilizes the E.V.V. (Electronic Visit Verification) program as applicable. Records clinical and progress notes at the time of the visit to ensure continuity of qualitative patient care in a timely basis.
  • Prepares equipment and material for use according to the plan of care, practicing appropriate procedure technique, including Administers medications as prescribed by a physician and permitted by law.
  • Assists with teaching the patient and / or family members regarding the patient care needs and other related problems of the patient at home.
  • Ensures confidentiality of patient records / information.
  • Attends team meetings and staff meetings to enhance team communication and coordination of quality services
  • Observes, records, and reports (1) signs and symptoms; (2) reactions to treatments and medications; and (3) any change in the patient's physical or emotional condition in a timely matter to the Registered Nurse and physician as applicable.
  • Participates in the organization's Performance Improvement and Compliance programs and adheres to policies and procedures.
  • All other duties assigned.

    • Education Requirments

  • Must meet educational / experience requirements outlined in the laws of licensure states.
  • A minimum of one (1) year of acute care experience preferred; previous home care experience preferred.
  • Must have current LPN licensure in state of practice.
  • Current driver's license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
  • Current CPR certification required.

    • License Requirements

    Must have current LPN licensure in state of practice.

    Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

    Current CPR certification required.

    Experience Requirements

    Previous home care experience preferred

    Additional state Specific Requirements

  • LA : Current LPN Licensure in LA without restrictions. At a minimum, one (1) year of experience working as an LPN.

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