We are looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to care for invalids and injured people in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding.
Overview
ComfortPlus Caregivers provides medical and non-medical home health and personal care services to seniors, elderly, mentally challenged and physically challenged adults. Through coordinated care and support for clients and their families, ComfortPlus Caregivers enables individuals to remain in the safety and comfort of their home environments for as long as possible. ComfortPlus Caregivers also serves clients transitioning back home from an assisted living setting or from a hospital, nursing home or rehabilitation facility.
The Home Health Advantage
- Our services can help prevent re-hospitalization, postpone institutionalization, and reduce the need for urgent care.
- We offer convenience. Visits are made on your schedule, in the comfort and privacy of your home.
- We offer one-on-one care personalized to your unique needs.
- Care at home costs less than hospital or facility care.
- Home health care reduces stress for patients and caregivers, while allowing patients to maximize quality of life at home with their families and loved ones.
- Home health care promotes better outcomes. Studies show that many patients achieve better outcomes when treatment plans are completed with home care.
Responsibilities
- Record a patient’s medical history accurately
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
- Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
- Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
- Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
- Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions
Skills
- Proven experience as LPN
- Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
- Perfect physical condition and stamina
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and able to handle stress
- Successful completion of LPN license program is a must
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Referral program
Medical specialties:
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- LPN (Required)
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road