Licensed Practical Nurse (Home Care Setting)

Sunshine Homecare Services is seeking compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide quality, patient-centered nursing care to medically fragile children with complex health care needs in their homes. As an LPN, you will work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) to ensure that our clients receive safe, effective, and personalized care.

Position Details

• Location: Westchester, Orange, Dutchess, Putnam, Ulster
• Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time/Per-Diem
• Schedule: Days/Nights/ Weekends
• Rate: $40.00 - $42.00

Essential Job Duties

• Provide direct patient care to infants, children, and adolescents according to the active plan of care, as given by the physician and Supervising RN.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician
• Observe, record, and promptly report client condition changes to the supervising RN
• Collaborate with clients, families, and other healthcare providers to promote continuity of care
• Document timely clear, concise, and accurate clinical notes daily in accordance with the plan of care.
• Accompany pediatric clients to school to provide 1-on-1 care when assigned
• Use appropriate infection control procedures and safety measures
• Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.

• Be prepared to respond to medical emergencies and provide appropriate interventions as necessary.
• Notify the RN Case Manager of any changes in the patient's condition.
• Provide and document education to patients and their families on specific details of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program
• Valid NYS LPN License
• Minimum 2 years of home care and/or pediatric experience preferred
• Ability to work under the supervision of an RN while practicing within LPN scope of practice

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Practical Nursing Degree/Diploma
• Active New York State LPN License
• Current CPR Certification

Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational, writing, and communication skills
• Basic knowledge of vents, trachs, oxygen, feeding tubes, urinary catheters, ostomies
• Understanding of pediatric disease processes and medication interactions
• Ability to work with clients of all ages and backgrounds

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Reliable transportation required
• Ability to lift over 20 lbs., move and carry medical equipment
• Work in school or client home environments

Why Work for Sunshine?

• Diverse and inclusive workplace culture
• Caring and supportive work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Open communication with management and coordinators
• Flexible scheduling and patient location options
• Comprehensive in-service training to maintain active credentials
• Perry Rewards Coins/E-Gift cards
• Referral and sign-on bonuses
• Medical, FSA, HSA, Life insurance
• Generous paid vacation/sick time/holidays

Essential job duties listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the task responsibilities and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested.

Sunshine Homecare Services is an equal opportunity employer. Sunshine Homecare Services is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Vanessa Alvarez, Talent Acquisition Manager at (845) 613-7838 ext. 1128

Sunshine Homecare complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding background checks, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). We will obtain your written consent before conducting any background check and will provide you with a copy of the report, if requested.

We are committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding background checks. We will obtain your written consent before conducting any background check and will ensure that the information obtained is used in a fair and lawful manner.

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