Licensed Practical Nurse - UNC Homecare Infusion Nursing

Description

Considering a career in Home Infusion Nursing?

Join our team and experience the rewarding opportunity to deliver one-on-one, holistic care to your patients. The Infusion LPN will work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to provide high-quality, compassionate care that truly makes a difference.

What UNC offers:

* Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package

* Commitment Incentive of $5,000

* Mileage reimbursed at the current IRS rate

* The hours are Monday - Friday, with an on-call and weekend rotation.

* On-call pay.

* Shift/weekend/holiday differentials

* UNC issued phone with safety features.

Who we are looking for:

* A LPN with Home Infusion/Med Surg experience.

• Have knowledge of home infusions, equipment and processes.

* Have experience with wound care, central venous access (picc lines, ports).

* Are skilled at delivering personalized care based on each patient's unique needs and environment.

* Have strong communication, critical thinking, and time management skills. * Are confident working autonomously.

* Willing to travel to patient homes. Travel is between 4-6 counties. Have personal vehicle and current/active auto insurance .

If you're ready to bring your expertise into a role that offers autonomy and meaningful patient connections, apply today and become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary: This position will provide weekly infusion services to infusion patients in their home. In this position, you will draw labs, perform dressing changes, and reinforce education. This position works under the supervision of the assigned RN. Work hours are Monday - Friday, but the position may require holiday and after-hour coverage.

Responsibilities:

1. Administers prescribed medications, therapies and treatments in accordance with practical nursing standards as allowed in the NC State Board of Nursing Regulations.

2. Assists with the discharge planning and carrying out the patient's teaching plan under the direction of the RN.

3. Collaborates with the RN and healthcare team to advocate for the patient and supports the patient's psychological, ethical, spiritual and cultural needs. Provides compassionate basic nursing care and maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.

4. Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others. Has respect for and understanding of other clinical disciplines.

5. Implements components of the plan of care within the LPN scope of practice and competency to promote desired outcomes.

6. Maintains and reviews patient medical records, notes and physician orders. Documents all patient activities in accordance with documentation standards.

7. Provides direct patient care utilizing the nursing process under the direct supervision of the RN. Collaborates with supervising RN on the execution of the patient's plan of care. Assists physicians, RNs and health care team members with data collection, assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of patient and families? care to achieve desired outcomes.

8. Reviews diagnostic test results and reports abnormal results and changes in patient condition to the RN, physician and appropriate healthcare team members in a timely manner.

Other information:
Education Requirements:
* Graduation from an accredited program of Practical Nurse education.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
* Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of North Carolina. Experience with central venous lines. Home Health experience desired.
Professional Experience Requirements:
* Two (2) years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Experience with central venous lines needed. Home Health experience desired.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
* Good verbal and written communications skills and computer skills. Must be proficient in English. Possess the ability to transfer, maneuver and lift incapacitated clients in the home setting. Must have current driver's license and vehicle insurance in state of employment, and the ability to travel within a 50 mile radius on a daily basis.

Legal Employer:

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit:

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC: Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Not Applicable

Hiring Range: $21.40 - $31.76 per hour . Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.