Home Health PDN - (LPN or RN) - Private Duty Nurse [PRN or Part-Time > Option for Full-time]

Home Care Network, Inc

Jackson Township, OH, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Home Health Private Duty Nurse (LPN or RN)

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 1 PRN or Part-Time [Option to increase to Full-Time if desired]

JOB LOCATION: Jackson - Wellston - Piketon - McArthur and surrounding areas

SCHEDULE TYPE: Flexible.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Long-term employment opportunity, PRN or Part-Time to start. Full-time optional. No on-call / No overtime required.

Why HCN? Home Care Network, Inc. is a leading home health care agency with an excellent reputation as an employer and provider of care throughout Ohio and Indiana since 1993, with headquarters in Dayton, OH, and regional offices across both states.

Being "nurse-owned" means that the decisions on how the agency operates are made by leaders who have been in your role and in this industry for decades.
All of our Regional Administrators are experienced RNs, which we think helped us earn a top spot as a "2024 Best Health Care Companies based in Dayton, OH" from Zippia Career Experts.

Join our team of dedicated clinicians and care professionals! Make a difference in our patients' lives and take your career in a positive direction.

We are seeking a highly-skilled home health LPN or RN to join our agency as a PRN or Part-time Private Duty Nurse (PDN) to care for clients in Jackson, Wellston, Piketon, McArthur and surrounding areas. 1+ years of home care experience, or equivalent care environments, is highly preferred; home health nursing experience is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Flexible, customizable schedules.
- PRNs have varying hours and shifts week to week, with the possibility of some weeks having no hours at all.
- Those seeking additional cases / hours have the option to start with PRN hours and receive first priority to add additional clients/shifts.
Autonomy in a positive, client-centered culture, with excellent Quality and Compliance support + training for all caregivers and clinicians.
Report to experienced RN Case Managers and Clinical RN Administrators, not non-clinical business managers.
No On-Call requirements / No Overtime shifts required.
Long-term employment with Growth Opportunities:
- Pay and title promotions from within are a priority at HCN!
- Schedule accommodations for school/classes
- Peer Networking, Job Shadowing, and Mentors to help you achieve your career goals
Weekly pay including onboarding, training, and an additional 4-8 Hours on your first paycheck, after successfully completing your first day of work.
- Back-up accommodations for scheduled vacations so your clients receive care while you're away.
Friendly travel expectations: HCN designs a custom travel radius for every employee, keeping you & your family happy while providing the maximum coverage for our clients.
- PDNs and Visit Nurses: typical travel radius is 30 minutes + occasional travel up to 1 hour
Mileage reimbursement between multiple clients is provided.
Full time employees are eligible for benefits including medical, vision, dental, and more.
All employees are eligible for unlimited referral bonuses based on HCN's Referral Bonus Program criteria, teambuilding and celebration events, monthly + quarterly recognition and bonuses, career advancement paths, and more.

COMPENSATION:

Our pay ranges are competitive, based on region/geography pay scale, employee qualifications and certifications, experience, skill specializations, positive employment & job tenure history, positive professional references, and overall client & team fit.

HCN Hourly Staff is paid weekly, on Fridays, via direct deposit into your bank account.

Hourly Wages:

RNs: $34 - $35 per hour
LPNs: $26 - $28 per hour

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Active LPN or RN license in good standing, with the ability to practice in the State of Ohio.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a home healthcare setting, acute care setting, or equivalent nursing experience is required. A passion for providing excellent in-home care is a must.
Successful completion of HCN's written skills test and/or competency evaluation.
Meet/Completion of all training and/or certifications required by the state in which the home health aide services are being provided. This includes specifications of contracted agencies for which services are being provided.
CPR and First Aide Certifications (active/current certs preferred but may also be obtained prior to hire date through HCN or accredited third party).
Ability to perform all main physical tasks (listed below) on a regular basis, and willingness to do so safely.
Strong background in nursing, patient care, safety, compliance, and confidentiality.
Excellent attendance record with past employers.
Good interpersonal skills and compassion for helping others live their best lives.
Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow a written Plan of Care, incorporating attention to detail in following instructions, documenting notes, and communicating with our agency.
Professional character traits: reliable, honest beyond reproach, punctual, articulate, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful, self-driven, problem-solver, compliant, and confidential.
Be at lease eighteen (18) years of age.
Valid driver's license/ID and reliable transportation to/from client care locations.
Consent and ability to pass a State and/or Federal Background Check.

DESIRED BUT NOT ALWAYS REQUIRED:

3-5 years of paid experience in a home health or caregiving setting.
Paid experience with a Home Health Agency.
Specialized experience in: G-tube care, trach care, vent or Trilogy care, infants, persons with disabilities, working with family caregivers, various disease states or medical conditions.
EMR/EHR experience and proficiency (ContinuLink highly desirable).
Willingness to positively and frequently promoting Home Care Network throughout your community, social and local networks, and regional industry partners - in exchange for generous bonuses and cash incentives.

Job Summary

A successful PDN at Home Care Network, Inc., performs skilled nursing functions in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization and agency. All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices and state Nurse Practice Act. The LPN/RN delivers care to clients as delegated by the RN Case Manager.

Reports to: RN Case Manager; Clinical Administrator/Director of Nursing

Essential Functions/Areas of Accountability:

Provides professional nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Communicates appropriate status/condition changes to the RN per agency guidelines.
Provides skilled nursing visits for clients as directed by the RN Case Manager. Follows the care plan established by the Registered Nurse.
Recognizes and reports changes in client condition to the Case Manager and physician, as directed.
Communicates information on a timely basis, consistent with agency policy and urgency of the situation. Communication is verbal, as needed, and through complete and accurate documentation in the clinical record.
Scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, assessment of findings, medication monitoring and administration, client teaching, emergency intervention, and nursing services within professional scope of practice and as delegated by the Case Manager.
Individuals with the license designation of "LPN M-IV" may perform venipuncture for the purpose of obtaining blood samples for laboratory analysis.
Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with policies and procedures.
Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.
Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment.
Makes recommendations on improvement of safety.
Performs job in compliance with agency policies and procedures and professional and community standards.
Accepts responsibility for professional nursing role.
Follows applicable state and federal laws and agency standards.
Attends all meetings as required.
Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
Refrains from discussing client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the person.
Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Agency Quality Improvement Program and pertinent activities.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

ESSENTIAL Physical Demands Required:

Frequent: standing, walking, bending, stooping
Occasional: squatting/kneeling, balancing, sitting
Pushing and handling weight/force: 10-20 lbs. occasionally; 20-30 lbs. infrequently
Lifting and carrying: 5-10 lbs. occasionally; 10-30 lbs. infrequently

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Together, we can empower our communities' most vulnerable members with the independence they deserve. Join the Home Care Network team and make a difference with an agency where you matter!

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