Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse
On-siteHigh Point, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Provide nursing care to patients in their homes, including administering medications, wound care, and other treatments. Monitor patients' conditions, report changes to the care team, and assist in developing personalized care plans. Educate patients and families on health management, medications, and self-care techniques. Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure the highest quality care for each patient. Works under the supervision of the registered nurse. Variable Mon-Fri schedule with weekends and holidays as needed. Requires a current NC LPN license, CPR certification, and one year of practical nursing experience.
Required Qualifications
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Graduate of an accredited or approved school of practical nursing
- Current license to practice practical nursing in the State of North Carolina
- CPR certification
- Minimum one year practical nursing experience
- Home health experience preferred
- Hand/eye coordination in order to give injections, use computer, etc.
- Ability to communicate and be literate in the English language
- Ability to transfer and/or maneuver objects weighing at least 50 pounds
- Ability to visually assess patients
- Ability to utilize hearing to auscultate lung sounds, bowel sounds, hear alarms and effectively communicate with patients, families, physician, and staff
- Valid North Carolina driver's license
- Operational vehicle
Desired Qualifications
- Home health experience
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