If you're an LPN and want to be part of a growing company with an extremely bright future and have a commitment to providing the highest quality of care to patients and their families/caregivers, we'd love the opportunity to hear from you! You will work alongside fellow caregivers under supervision of a Registered Nurse to help our clients live their best possible life!

Base Pay: $28

Days; Tue, Wed and Sunday 7am to 7pm

POSITION SUMMARY

To provide the highest quality of care to AccordCare clients utilizing the Plan of Care provided to ensure clients needs are met in relation to clinical care, safety, well-being and satisfaction.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Care Delivery

• Provide safe and effective nursing and personal care for the client based on the nursing scope of practice and individualized Plan of Care prepared by supervisor. May include, but not limited to, medication administration, transferring & positioning client, catheter care, effective communication with the client, family and supervisor.
• Drives/escorts client to and from appointments/activities as requested, resulting in a safe and timely transport

Documentation/Communication

• Provides prompt communication of changes in client medical status/emergencies to Nurse Supervisor/Manager of Clinical Practice.
• Provides accurate and timely required documentation, ensuring effective management of cases and regulatory compliance. Completes appropriate documentation for client care within the assigned shift using the electronic medical record.
• Provides prompt communication of changes in Clients/Caregivers schedules (i.e. tardiness, vacation, requested time-off, change of status, reduction in hours, etc.) to Care Coordinators resulting in effective management of cases.
• Calls in to Care Coordinator to confirm weekly schedules resulting in required coverage being met.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program, with current active and unrestricted nursing license.
• 2 years nursing experience required
• 2 years in home health care, rehabilitation and case management experience is a plus.
• Trach experience is a plus.
• Demonstrate empathy, caring and self-confidence; ability to pay attention to details resulting in thorough follow through; anticipate problems in advance and know whether to diffuse or escalate; prioritize and demonstrate a sense of urgency.
• Demonstrate empathy, caring and self-confidence; ability to pay attention to details resulting in thorough follow through; anticipate problems in advance and know whether to diffuse or escalate; prioritize and demonstrate a sense of urgency.
• Knowledge of head to toe nursing evaluation for decision making/problem solving.
• Knowledgeable of the signs of emergent situations and interventions required for individual clients.
• High level of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-pace environment; always maintain professional demeanor and appearance.
• CPR certification from an approved organization or the ability to obtain within specified time range.

Credential Requirements:

• Current CPR Card (Required)
• TB or Chest X-Ray Results (Required)
• LPN License (if applicable) (Required)

AccordCare and our family of brands is a premier in-home personal care company providing services to people of all ages and levels of need. A better quality of care comes from exceptional caregivers and AccordCare only hires the best! AccordCare is an employee-friendly company. We focus on our employees to ensure they have a healthy work and life balance. Our employees become our family, and through excellent training and support, they are ready to serve our clients with a fresh perspective on successful aging.