Licensed Practical Nurse
Richland, Mississippi
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join Embracing Hearts Healthcare.
Posted Sep 29 · “**In Richland, you must have trach experience.” from the posting
- Shift and hours
- 12-hour shifts · nights 7p-7a
- Unit and setting
- Home Health Embracing Hearts Healthcare provides services through the MS IDD Waiver, which is a Medicaid waiver for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- License
- LPN license Valid LPN license in the state of Mississippi.
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- License
- LPN license Valid LPN license in the state of Mississippi. Check your license
- License
- Licensed Practical Nurse License Licensed Practical Nurse License (Required)
- Certification
- basic life support (BLS) Strong assessment skills and ability to perform basic life support (BLS).
- Experience
- trach experience **In Richland, you must have trach experience.
- Experience
- home care experience experience in home care.
- Also asks
- excellent communication skills and collaborative team environment ability Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Also asks
- willingness to engage in ongoing professional development Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development to enhance nursing skills.
Preferred
- Experience
- experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia care Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia care is desirable.
What it pays
Benefits
- Benefitspaid time offPaid time off
- PTO
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- direct patient care Provide direct patient care.
- Day to day
- administer medications and feedings Administer medications and Feedings.
- Day to day
- conduct patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and document medical histories Conduct patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and document medical histories.
- Day to day
- assist in developing and implementing individualized care plans Assist in the development and implementation of individualized care plans.
- Day to day
- perform tube feeding and other nursing procedures Perform tube feeding, and other nursing procedures as needed.
- Day to day
- support patients with activities of daily living Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) while promoting independence.
- Day to day
- maintain medical records and documentation compliant with HIPAA Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Day to day
- educate patients and families on health management, medication administration, and disease prevention Educate patients and families on health management, medication administration, and disease prevention.
- Day to day
- ensure safe and clean environment adhering to infection control protocols Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Hours stated
- Thursday, Sat, Sun- 12 hour shifts. Every other weekend and nights 7p-7a
- Weekends
- every other weekend
- Details
- in person Work Location: In person
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
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Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join Embracing Hearts Healthcare. Embracing Hearts Healthcare provides services through the MS IDD Waiver, which is a Medicaid waiver for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. We go in home and provide nursing respite services. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in patient care, with experience in home care. As an LPN, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality nursing care to patients, assisting with their daily needs, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Duties
- Provide direct patient care.
- Administer medications and Feedings.
- Conduct patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and document medical histories.
- Assist in the development and implementation of individualized care plans.
- Perform tube feeding, and other nursing procedures as needed.
- Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) while promoting independence.
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Educate patients and families on health management, medication administration, and disease prevention.
- Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols.
\\*In Richland, you must have trach experience.
Requirements
- Valid LPN license in the state of Mississippi.
- Experience in Home care.
- Strong assessment skills and ability to perform basic life support (BLS).
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia care is desirable.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development to enhance nursing skills. Join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
*Hours: Richland: Thursday, Sat, Sun-
- 12 hour shifts. Every other weekend and nights 7p-7a*
Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits
- Paid time off
License/
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse License (Required)
Work Location: In person
What's around it?
Richland, MS
Living costs about 13% below the US average