Aveanna Healthcare Private Duty Nurse LPN - Teenager School Case at Aveanna

$74,880 - $74,880/Yr

Aveanna Healthcare - Jonesboro, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Jonesboro, GA

10,001+ employees

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

Aveanna Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide care for a medically fragile teenager in a school setting. This position is crucial in helping our patients reach new milestones, improve their health conditions, and gain confidence and independence in their lives. The LPN will work closely with the patient, their family, and the healthcare team to ensure that the prescribed plan of care is implemented effectively. The role involves not only direct patient care but also coordination with physicians and family members to address any concerns or changes in the patient's condition. The LPN will be responsible for administering medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed, while also documenting care provided in a timely and compliant manner. This position offers a unique opportunity to build long-lasting relationships within the community and to be part of a supportive and rewarding work environment. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, providing a consistent routine that allows for work-life balance. The LPN will be working in Jonesboro, GA, specifically catering to a teenager with low acuity needs. At Aveanna Healthcare, we pride ourselves on our commitment to compassion and purpose, recognizing and rewarding both individual and team success. We offer numerous opportunities for career advancement and skill development, making this an exciting place to grow professionally while making a significant impact in the lives of our patients.

Responsibilities

• Implementation of physician's prescribed plan of care
• Patient assessments and coordination of care
• Administration of prescribed medication, treatments, and therapies
• Compliant, timely documentation of care provided in system of record
• Health promotion, teaching, and training of family members
• Responsible for accepting and writing verbal orders from physicians as required and for obtaining co-signature of Case Manager on all verbal orders
• Follow up with physician, client, family members, staff, and Case Manager on client problems, concerns, and/or changes in client condition
• Assist patients with travel to and from school
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must have and maintain an active, unencumbered license (RN/LPN/LVN) in the state in which the clinician will practice
• Current CPR certification from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or BLS
• TB skin test (current within last 12 months)
• Six months prior hands-on nursing experience preferred but not required
• Must have reliable transportation

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
• Paid Time Off available
• Weekly and/or daily pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Electronic documentation-a tablet in every home!
• Tuition reimbursement (conditions apply)
• Company-sponsored continuing education credits
• 401(k) savings plan with employer matching
• Employee stock purchase plan with employee discount
• Paid in-house trach and vent training available
• Awards and recognition Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• 24/7 local support