Licensed Practical Nurse- LPN - one day a week for Medication Management

Join Bright Star Care

Come work for Bright Star Care, an independently owned and operated company looking to add inspired team members that share core values such as positivity and serving with a passion.

This LPN position is responsible for medication management one day a week (and additional direct skilled client care if requested) - all under the supervision of a registered nurse. Med Mgmt responsibilities include refilling client pill boxes, ordering refills, and communicating with providers and pharmacists. The clients are in their homes and you would make house calls. Part of the visit would be observing the client and reporting to the RN any changes in condition.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Consistent shifts
• One to one patient care
• Flexible schedule

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, detailed, and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care and the nursing process
• Prepare, administer, and appropriately document actions taken specific to the commonly prescribed oral, topical, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications. Observe, report, and record adverse reactions to medications and/or treatment to the registered nurse. Recognize the need for and institute emergency measures in a rapid and appropriate manner.
• If preferred, perform wound care.
• Perform all skill, treatments, and procedures to the scope of practice as defined in the Nurse Practice Act in the state of clinical practice and adheres to the policies, procedures, and protocols of the agency
• Treat clients, family, and staff with courtesy and respect

Requirements

• Graduated from National League of Nursing accredited practical school of nursing
• Unencumbered license as a Practical Nurse in the state that care is being provided
• One (1) year of nursing experience required; three (3) years preferred.
• Certified CPR and demonstrate strong clinical skills
• Licensed driver with valid automobile insurance
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray
• Adhere to HIPAA and maintain client confidentiality

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.