Licensed Practical Nurse

Olydia Home Care Inc

Licensed Practical Nurse

Brooklyn Center, MN +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are seeking a PRIVATE DUTY NURSE/ LPN to join our team in the local Edina area! You will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of assigned patients. We're looking to hire a full time or part time LPN who is competent to perform the following task including but not limited to:

    Performs focused nursing assessment of Residents to determine appropriate interventions to maintain or improve the Resident’s health status.

    Provides interventions for Residents with episodes of potentially life-threatening instability.

    Provides nursing visits and direct care to Residents in the resident's home or assisted living as directed by client Care Plans.

    Sets up medications for Residents according to the medication management program, as indicated.

    Coordinates medical appointments for Residents, including follow-up with any new orders or changes after hospital visit with direction from Nursing case manager as needed

    Accepts and implements prescriber orders with direction as needed

    Responds to phone calls from other providers related to Residents with RN direction as needed

    Documents, as indicated, in the clinical record

    Communicates with families, resident representatives, case managers and other health care providers regarding the Residents as needed

    Is aware of and uses good safety practices, including but not limited to:

    Body mechanics

    Falls prevention

    Reporting of defective equipment or hazards

    Wiping spills or wet floors immediately

    Using Standard Precautions and appropriate infection control measures

    Knowledge of emergency procedures

    Reporting incidents/accidents to the Clinical Nurse Supervisor or Director on the day of occurrence

    Participates in care conferences with other members of the health care team

    Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to Residents, families, and employees

    Promotes a safe and comfortable environment for the Residents

    Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills

    12 Hour Shifts:

    Morning 8 AM - 8 PM

    Evening 8 PM - 8 AM

    Responsibilities:

    Administer nursing care to ill, injured, or disabled patients

    Diagnose and establish patient treatment plans

    Monitor and report changes in patient symptoms or behavior

    Communicate with collaborating physicians or specialists regarding patient care

    Educate patients about health maintenance and disease prevention

    Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities

    Maintain accurate patient medical records

    Provide advice and emotional support to patients and their family members

    Qualifications:

    Previous experience in nursing or other medical fields

    Familiarity with medical software and equipment

    Ability to build rapport with patients

    Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills

    Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

  • Locations
    Brooklyn Center, MN • Edina, MN