Looking for Passionate LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Description Qualifications LPN: 1 year (Preferred) BLS Certification (Preferred) LPN (Preferred) Part Time Job Description Are you a state licensed, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)) looking to work flexible schedules while handling a manageable patient load? If so, come work with us here at Better Care 4 You Agency. We’d love to have you join our team as we work towards improving the lives of those we serve! About Us: Better Care 4 You is a non-medical, in-home care provider who maintains the highest quality standards in the industry. Our goal is to add value to the lives of our clients and those who love them. We are based in Loganville Ga and our services are available in the areas of Metro Atlanta and surrounding counties. We treat our clients, employees and contractors like family. Website: www.bettercare4you.com Facebook: facebook.com//bettercare4you POSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) We are looking for a highly compassionate and dedicated LPN to join our growing team. You must be licensed to work in the state of Georgia, and ready to provide in-home care to our clients in a respectful and compassionate way, and expect to be respected and valued in return. Job Type: PRN Employer Type: Non-Medical Home Care Travel Required - Within 50 mile radius Work Location: Multiple Locations JOB DESCRIPTION: We believe in bringing care and passion to people in need, we are delighted to have some of the best and brightest individuals work with us to make a difference in the lives that we serve. Our LPN brings care and compassion to people in need. Requirements: Qualifications & Education Valid and current LPN license CPR certified 1-3 years of LPN experience (home care experience, preferred) Supervisory skills, a plus In-home care new client assessment experience preferred. Excellent communication skills, flexible and able to interact positively with the rest of the staff. Strong sense of initiative and urgency in addressing unexpected patient crises Self-directed, able to work without presence of immediate supervisor. Commitment to regulatory compliance and to submitting all documentation in a timely fashion Demonstrated knowledge regarding exposure to body fluids and chemicals, as well as to some hazardous equipment Must have the ability to: See and hear adequately to respond to auditory and visual requests. Pass a background screen. Travel as required and be in possession of a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance. Additional requirements: Evidence of adequate health status to perform duties Possess excellent computer skills Physical abilities to adequately perform described duties Responsibilities: Develop and implement the service plan as applicable and regularly reassesses the needs of the client. Participate in in-service programs, as well as training, and teaching other personnel. Develop and implement the service plan for each patient under the direction of their physician or family. Observe and report symptoms, reaction to treatments, drugs, and changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition. Initiate preventative procedures as appropriate for the patient’s care and safety and effecting changes in the environment to ensure patient safety and security. Maintain clinical and progress notes for each patient receiving care and providing progress reports to their physician. Coordinate services for patients as needed to other agencies and health care providers as appropriate. Counsel the patient and their family in meeting nursing and related needs. Provide supervision of caregiver services and preparing written instructions for care.