Private Duty Nurse LPN

Overview

Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse – LPN/LVN

We are one of the largest private duty nursing companies in the nation and growing. Aveanna fosters a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, encourages connection, and supports our team members every step of the way. We are a national leader in compassionate homecare to children and adults.

Award-Winning Culture

• Indeed's Work Wellbeing Top 100 Company in 2024
• Best Company for Work-Life Balance, Happiest Employees and Culture and Best CEO in 2024, as ranked by Comparably

• Health, Dental, Vision and Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off Available
• Flexible scheduling- full-time, part-time, or PRN. Days, nights, and weekend shifts— we will work with your availability!
• 24/7 Local support from operators and clinicians
• Aveanna has a tablet in each patient's home allowing for electronic documentation
• Career Pathing with opportunities for skill advancement
• Weekly and/or Daily Pay
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% discount
• Employee Relief Fund

* Benefit eligibility can vary and is dependent upon employment status and employment location

We welcome new patients into our Aveanna family with heartfelt compassion and empathy. Every Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) works together to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes. Aveanna is a national leader in homecare.

• Position delivers and coordinates quality patient care in compliance with physician orders.
• Continuously observes and assesses patient condition and care needs; reports changes as appropriate.
• Documents all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses and coordination of care in a timely manner.
• Participates, implements and updates the nursing care plan.
• Takes appropriate nursing action based on assessment to achieve expected outcomes.
• Recognizes changes in patient needs requiring intervention and implements care to prevent or reduce risk.
• Complies with Aveanna policies, state and federal regulations, accrediting bodies and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Provides care using infection control measures that protect staff and patients according to OSHA standards.
• Educates the patient and family regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies to meet nursing needs.
• Maintains knowledge of nursing competencies through educational programs and skill evaluations.

• Must have and maintain an active, unencumbered license (LPN/LVN) in the state of practice
• Compact licenses must be transferred to your state of residence within 90 days
• Current CPR certification (hands-on component) – Aveanna can assist after hire if needed
• TB skin test (current within last 12 months)
• Six months prior hands-on nursing experience preferred but not required
• Must have reliable transportation
• Aveanna Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Additional state-specific requirements:

• South Carolina – One (1) year of pediatrics experience
• California – One (1) year of experience required working under current nursing license
• Louisiana – One (1) year of experience required working as a licensed nurse
• Continuing Education as required by state

• Six (6) months of recent experience as a Licensed Nurse in a clinical care setting
• Home health experience

• Attention to detail
• Time Management
• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Good organization and communication skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current, unrestricted state license as a Licensed Nurse in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with nursing care and policies and procedures

• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
• Must be able to travel
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs
• Must have visual and hearing acuity
• Must have strong sense of smell and touch
• Must be able to reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
• Must be able to respond appropriately to emergency situations in the home or during transport

• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments with exposure to allergens and other conditions
• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

Note:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California