A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
Brightstar Care of Grosse Pointe/Southeast Macomb/New Baltimore Location:
Downriver, MI Position Type:
Full Time Req ID:
184480793 Are you looking for a job as a Licensed Practical Nurse where you can make a difference in a person's life? Do you want to work for a home care agency that genuinely cares about you? BrightStar Care of Grosse Pointe and Southeast Macomb, MI has the job for you! BrightStar Care is looking for several LPNs in the downriver area to look after a high acuity patient who needs 24/7 nursing care. There will also be a home health aide assigned to this client as well (a two person team). The goal is to promote patients' well-being by providing high-quality nursing care. At BrightStar Care, we value each of our employees and care about their well-being. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including:
LPN Benefits:
Competitive pay starting at $33.50 per hour Health, Dental, Life, and Vision Insurance are available Paid Time Off 401 (k) Weekly pay Flexible schedule to fit your lifestyle All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided at no cost Mileage reimbursement Weekly, monthly, and annual bonus programs Mobile technology to access schedule and case documentation Exclusive BrightStar Care Employee Discount Programs Responsibilities Monitor patient's condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients' charts Adjust and administer patient's medication and provide treatments according to physician's orders Provide instant medical care in emergencies Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
Requirements:
Valid license as a Registered Nurse in the state of Michigan Physical within the past six (6) months Certified CPR and negative TB skin test or chest x-ray Minimum one (1) year of documented experience required in a home health agency, primary care clinic or health facility preferred. Possess exceptional nursing assessment skills Licensed driver with proof of automobile insurance Ability to work on weekends, nights, and holidays Reliable transportation Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds BrightStar Care of Grosse Pointe and Southeast Macomb, MI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does 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.
