LPN Trach Nurse

Responsibilities and Duties:

LPN: Trach Care

DAY SHIFT 7A-7p

Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients in a skilled nursing home environment. This full-time day shift position works from 7 AM to 7 PM and requires specialized experience in tracheostomy care. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and committed to ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and well-being under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor patient vital signs and overall health status, reporting any significant changes promptly to the supervising RN or physician.
• Provide specialized direct patient care, including tracheostomy care, suctioning, and potentially managing ventilators or G-tubes if applicable to the patient's needs.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician, adhering strictly to all safety standards and facility policies.
• Perform wound care and change dressings as needed.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, and eating, ensuring comfort and dignity.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely patient health records and clinical documentation in our electronic medical records (EMR) system.
• Educate patients and their families on care plans, medications, and disease management to ensure a smooth continuum of care.
• Respond quickly and effectively to changes in patient condition or emergency situations.
• Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure coordinated and comprehensive patient care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current and valid LPN license in the state of Mississippi (MS) is a must.
• Proven experience as an LPN, preferably in a [home health, acute care, long-term care] setting.
• Specific experience with tracheostomy care is required. (Experience with ventilators/G-tubes is a strong plus).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and sound clinical judgment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and a compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize workload, and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Health,
• Uniforms provided
• Dental,
• Year-end bonus potential
• Vision ,
• Short Term and Long Term Disability,
• 401k Retirement Plan,
• Sick Pay,
• Paid Vacations after one year,
• Meals Provided.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.50 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person