Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

What We Offer:

• Nurse Next Door People Promise, you love coming to work
• Competitive wages and comprehensive compensation packages
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) with employer matching.
  • FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
  • PTO and 11 company paid holidays.
• 24/7 support center to assist with scheduling related questions.
• 24/7 assistance related to your client’s care.
• Flexible schedules (Part-Time & Full-Time)
• In-home care with private clients
• Paid mileage

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients and other interdisciplinary team members
• As a brand ambassador, the LPN treats clients and team members with courtesy and respect 
• Reviews the care plans arranged by the case manager (Care Designer) prior to beginning a visit, completing records accurately and carrying out all assignments as requested
• Responds to Care Services Center (CSC) Team regarding scheduling inquiries and updates within the agreed upon timeline 
• Engages in open communication with your Care Designer when opportunities to elevate your client’s experience and care are identified 
• Delivers comprehensive professional nursing care consistent with the care plan, nursing assessments and client needs.
• Perform all skills, treatments and procedures competently in accordance with the NC Board of Nursing scope of practice for an LPN and adheres to the policies, procedures and protocols of Nurse Next Door. 
• Assess and provide client and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis.
• Assists clients in all activities of daily living/hygiene assistance, bathing, grooming, linen changes and so forth.
• Service the Charlotte Metro and surrounding areas
• Looking for all visit times (700-1500, 1500-2300, 2300-700) on weekdays and weekends

Requirements:

• Educational & Experience Requirements
• Diploma or Degree from an accredited college or university Licensed Practical Nurse program and one year of recent related nursing experience in the acute care setting. 
• Functions within the limits of own experience and knowledge, and practices safely and competently within the job description.
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience is required. Community, home health or medical/surgical experience.
• Assists clients in all activities of daily living/hygiene assistance, bathing, grooming, linen changes and so forth.
• Strong computer skills, proficient in G-Suite: Gmail, drive, docs, calendar
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Intentional organization, planning, time management and multitasking skills
• Demonstrated experience in setting and achieving goals  
• Background or Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (updated every 5 years for continued employment)
• Negative TB test (updated every 5 years for continued employment)
• We provide care 24/7, so visits may be scheduled early morning, afternoon, evening, or overnight to meet our clients’ needs.
• Passionate about making a difference, delivering a “WOW” Customer experience, admiring people, and finding a better way
• Ability to travel independently to client’s visits
• Two positive professional references
• Must be able to legally work in North Carolina to apply for this position
• Valid driver’s license is required