Job description

We have a long term, private duty, total care case with the need for Vent/Trache experience in "The Avenues" area on the East side of Chicago. Looking for a permanent schedule, but will also consider PRN. Our agency has been ranked in the top 1% of all healthcare employers for the last 7 years and our team is our biggest strength.

RN/LPN Benefits:

• Competitive pay starting at $40 - $50 per hour
• Variety of assignments, procedures and treatments
• Flexible schedules
• Days, weekend and evening opportunities, in client homes
• One to one client care
• Working with a Joint Commission accredited agency
• Continuing education
• Weekly pay with direct deposit option

Job Duties:

• Utilizes current nursing practices to provide total patient care while focusing on the needs of the patient and exemplifying the service excellence goals of care, concern, respect and cooperation. As a contributing member of a health care team, functions in the role of patient advocate by being in the position of initial contact for patient-related issues
• Patient Assessment - Functions in the role of patient advocate by being in the position of initial contact for patient-related issues. Clarifies and implements physician orders by administering medications and performing/ordering treatments and testing as prescribed by the physician
• Patient Care - Reviews and evaluates plan of care, obtains information from patient and/or family, and adds to plan of care as appropriate. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, the patient, and family to promote efficient patient care. Provides for the physical, cultural and psychosocial needs of the patient and family. Integrates evidence-based practice and professional standards whenever possible. Serves as a champion for patient safety by continually observing and monitoring the clinical environment and assuring that safety goals and standards are considered when providing care in the practice setting
• Communication - Performs required documentation and communicates in a competent and effective manner to meet patient and/or family needs and regulatory requirements. Protects confidentiality of patient's Personal Health Information (PHI)
• Work Flow - Assists with the daily oversight of other clinical staff (other nurse and non-nurse staff members) when directed by the manager to maximize work flow in the practice. Provides feedback to the manager when requested regarding work-related skills of non-licensed personnel. Serves as a mentor and preceptor for new staff and as a constant resource to non-licensed or non-nurse personnel. Remains flexible with work assignments throughout the clinical site to assure appropriate coverage to meet staffing and patient care needs

Requirements:

• Current and unrestricted RN or LPN license in the state of Illinois
• Must have at least 1 year of hospital experience.
• Must have at least 1 year of experience with clients on ventilators and maintaining the settings.
• Must have at least 1 year of experience with tracheostomy care and suctioning.
• Report changes/abnormalities to family & physician.
• Ability to crush prescribed medications.
• Ability to assist with nebulizer treatments.
• Perform dressing change.
• Looking for permanent coverage on 7A-3P, 3P - 11P and 11P-7A.
• Weekends shifts are 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, will consider 8 hours shifts.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the US
• Reliable car / auto insurance
• Clean background and criminal record
• Recent Physical, TB/Chest X-ray on record

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN, Permanent

Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour

Medical specialties:

• Home Health
• Primary Care

Physical setting:

• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 5x8
• Choose your own hours
• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Rotating weekends
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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