Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

KINDHEARTED HEALTHCARE SERVICES INC

  • Greenbelt, MD
  • 30+ days ago
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    Skills

    • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
    • CPR Certificationunmatched
    • Clinical Assessmentunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Emergency Careunmatched
    • Emergency Proceduresunmatched
    • Emergency Responseunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Home Careunmatched
    • Hospitalunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Infection Controlunmatched
    • Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurseunmatched
    • Long-Term Careunmatched
    • Medication Administrationunmatched
    • Nursingunmatched
    • Outpatient Careunmatched
    • Patient Assessmentunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Patient Safetyunmatched
    • Pediatricsunmatched
    • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
    • Respiratory Therapyunmatched
    • Tracheotomyunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Ventilatorunmatched

    Description

    Benefits:
    • Bonus based on performance
    • Opportunity for advancement
    • Training & development

    Job Summary:


    The Pediatric LPN will provide direct patient care to children requiring tracheostomy, ventilator support, and G-J tube feeding in a home health, hospital, or clinical setting. The nurse will work closely with registered nurses (RNs), physicians, and respiratory therapists to ensure optimal patient outcomes.


    Key Responsibilities:


    • Monitor and manage tracheostomy and ventilator equipment, ensuring proper function and patient safety.

    • Perform suctioning, oxygen therapy, and airway clearance techniques as needed.

    • Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.

    • Manage G-J tube feedings, including formula administration, flushing, and troubleshooting complications.

    • Assess and document patient condition, including vital signs, respiratory status, and nutritional intake.

    • Educate and support families on trach, ventilator, and G-J tube care, emergency procedures, and daily management.

    • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.

    • Respond to emergencies, including trach dislodgement, ventilator alarms, and G-J tube complications.

    • Maintain infection control standards and ensure a safe environment for the patient.

    Qualifications:


    • Valid LPN license in the state of practice.

    • Experience with pediatric trach, ventilator, and G-J tube care (preferred, but training may be provided).

    • CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

    • Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.

    • Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.

    • Excellent communication and family education skills.

    Work Environment:


    • Home health care, pediatric hospitals, long-term care facilities, or outpatient clinics.

    • Flexible scheduling, including day, night, and weekend shifts.

    • Opportunities for specialized training in pediatric respiratory and nutritional care.



    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGreenbelt, MD

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