Job Description
Days w/rotating weekends
10 Opportunities available -Apply and interview all in the same week.
Put the oath you took to great use with us. 5 Star Cares’vision is to transform the way healthcare is provided and received by all patients. We strive to improve the quality of your life with our team of specially trained nurses, therapists, and reliable caregivers.
We are looking for a Home Health Nurses (RNs and LPNs) to join our fast-growing team. Become part of a notable company and help us achieve our goals!
Shifts: Night w/rotating weekends
LPN $25-$35
RN $35-$45
POSITION SUMMARY:
Our RNs and LPNs provide direct patient care to our patients under the supervision of a physician. Responsibilities include following start of care plans, providing treatment, discharges, wound care, medication administration, IV, Tube feeding and working collaboratively with a clinical team to achieve positive patient care outcomes. You will be responsible for educating patients and their families on prevention and healthy habits. Ideally, as a well-trained professional, provide care with little supervision, be compassionate, and follow health and safety guidelines. Our goal is to promote the patient’s well-being by providing high-quality nursing care.
ESSESNTIAL FUNCTIONS
· Submit regular patient care progress reports to attending physician and clinical staff.
· Consult & develop treatment plans based on physician's orders and initial patient assessment.
· Provide nursing care and written care plans.
· Participate in and monitor patient and family care compliance activities.
· Professionally manage and coordinate the plan of care
· Complete clinical and medical documentation on all patients.
· Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs, to provide the best possible care and advice
· Observe and interpret the patient’s symptoms and communicate them to the physicians
· Should have experience with the following: IV experience, pediatrics/young adults, Trachs, G-Tubes, wound care, vent experience preferable, strong clinical experience,
· Must have critical thinking skills, strong clinical background
· Provide immediate medical care in emergencies
· Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds, etc.)
· Foster, a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
· Minimum of Associate degree/diploma (or higher) in Nursing.
· Current and unrestricted Florida RN/LPN license.
· Current CPR/BLS certification.
· Minimum of 1 year RN or LPN experience in an institutional setting.
(Acute Care/ Rehab / Hospital /Home Health /Hospice)
· Excellent working knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
· Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Be dependable, reliable, responsible, patient, and compassionate
· Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
· Excellent problem-solving skills
**For IMMEDIATE consideration, apply TODAY or call Mrs. Carkister Oliver-Recruiting Consultant 813.377.2258
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
• Days w/rotating weekends
Ability to commute
• Tampa
Experience:
• Patient care: 2 years (Required)
• Developmental disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• RN/LPN (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)
• IV Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability: Full-time days w/rotating weekends