Experienced Pediatric LPN Opportunities in Polk

2 weeks ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States Independence Home Health Full time
Job Summary

Independence Home Health is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their place of residence. This is a full-time position working 12-hour shifts, with opportunities for additional shift work.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of experience in pediatric nursing and be licensed in the state of Florida. They will be responsible for administering treatments, performing diagnostic and preventive procedures, and teaching and counseling patients and their families.

The successful candidate will be a team player who is able to exercise initiative and independent judgment. They will be responsible for maintaining accurate and complete records of patient care and participating in medical record audits.

Responsibilities
  • Provide pediatric nursing services, treatments, and diagnostic and preventive procedures as assigned.
  • Initiate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate.
  • Observe signs and symptoms and report to the physician and RN reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patient's physical or emotional condition.
  • Teach and counsel the patient and family/significant others regarding the nursing care needs and other related problems of the patient at home.
  • Evaluate with registered nurse the effectiveness of nursing service to the patient and family under the guidance of the registered nurse.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of observations, treatments, and care of patient.
  • Participate in medical record audit as assigned.
  • Participate in patient care conferences to discuss the need for involvement of other members of the health team, such as physical therapist or speech language pathologist.
  • Assist the physician and RN in performing specialized procedures.
  • Prepare equipment and materials for treatments.
  • Observe aseptic technique as required.
About Independence Home Health

Independence Home Health believes that all people should have a safe, comfortable, and independent quality of life. We believe that superior healthcare allows people to age with dignity in the privacy of their own home, while simultaneously providing comfort and peace of mind to loving family members. Our goal is to provide families and their loved ones with personalized care, by building and nurturing meaningful relationships with those who we serve.



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