Brightstar Care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our home health team for pediatric and adult care shift work. Brightstar Care is a Christian Company committed to impacting the lives of both our staff and our clients by providing them the care and service they need. Our focus is on a long term relationship with our staff. We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion with the recognition and benefits, you need. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care employees uphold A Higher Standard.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Responsibilities
- Perform direct patient care to high need (trach, vent, g tube etc) pediatric and adult clients in their homes
- Responsible for documenting and providing skilled nursing care to our patients, following the developed plan of care and the patient’s physician orders for each of our patients; while adhering to confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Ensure quality and safe delivery of home health care services by utilizing basic nursing skills and the nursing process.
- Recognize and institute when emergency measures are needed in a rapid, appropriate manner
- Participate in the coordination of home health services, appropriately porting the identified needs for other disciplines (i.e. PT, OT, ST) to the DON or RN supervisor
- Providing care according to the patient’s plan of care, assistance with daily tasks, which include wound care, injections, assessments, vitals, glucose checks, blood drawing, treatment plans, record keeping, overseeing CNA/PCA, med passes, etc.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Benefits
- 401(k) with match
- Medical, Dental, Life, Short-Term Disability and Vision Insurance are available
- Paid Time Off
- Shift differentials, Holiday differentials, Paid bereavement leave
- Per Diem, both Full-Time and Part-Time hours available
- Employee Referral Bonuses (up to $350 per referral)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Qualifications:
- An unencumbered license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Ohio
- Minimum of (1) year nursing experience
- Excellent problem-solving skills and organizational and multi-tasking skills
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination, etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
- Valid Driver's License, Auto Insurance, BLS CPR card, and an up-to-date TB skin test or Chest X-Ray
- Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull
- Must be able to lift or transfer up to 50 pounds
Join the BrightStar Team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Shine!
Our LPN’s bring compassion and comfort to home care by giving personalized One-to-One care that makes a noticeable difference in the lives of our patients. Our nurses are the heart of our company - the BrightStars to our patients.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Apply today to learn more about becoming an LPN with BrightStar Care!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $29.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Dayton, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person