Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care Team 1, Full Time, Day
Valley Health System
Summary
To provide direct patient care and functions as an integral part of the nursing team under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and perform selected procedures in accordance with the New Jersey Board of Nursing.
Job description
Position Summary
To provide direct patient care and functions as an integral part of the nursing team under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and perform selected procedures in accordance with the New Jersey Board of Nursing.
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
Experience
Completion of the Agency's Orientation Program of the Valley Home Care.
Special Skills
- Current & valid NJ license and CPR certification.
- Ability to use critical thinking skills to set priorities, effectively problem-solve, and perform work accurately with attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
- Ability to handle frequent interruptions including emergencies & adapt to changes in workloads and schedules.
- Ability to function competently in stressful situations related to patient needs (e.g., working with patients with acute, chronic, & complex disease processes, & those who are dying and work with patients of varied age groups).
- Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team, patients, family members, & co-workers.
- Effective interpersonal and communication (oral & writing) skills.
- Driver's License - current and valid driver's license, registration, inspection sticker and appropriate level of insurance coverage required, to include collision.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing
- Current and valid NJ LPN license
- CPR certification
- Current and valid driver's license, registration, inspection sticker, and appropriate insurance coverage including collision
- Ability to use critical thinking skills to set priorities and problem-solve
- Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail
- Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workloads and schedules
- Ability to function competently in stressful situations
- Ability to work cooperatively with healthcare team, patients, family members, and co-workers
- Effective interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Group Term Life & AD&D
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefit Plans
- Short-term & Long-term Disability
- Whole Life Insurance
- Legal Support
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Time Off
- Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Center Membership Discount
- Day Care Discounts
Company overview
The Valley Health System is an integrated healthcare network serving Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Established in 1979, the system has grown to become the largest provider of healthcare services in Southern Nevada, serving over two million residents across the region. The network comprises six acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, seven freestanding emergency departments, and numerous outpatient facilities and physician practices. Key hospitals include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Hospital Medical Center, and West Henderson Hospital. The system offers comprehensive medical services including emergency care, cardiovascular services, neurosciences, maternity and women's health, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, and specialized programs in stroke and heart attack care. All Valley Health System hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently earn national recognition for quality care, with certifications from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. The organization employs over 9,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to providing patient-centered care while also serving as a teaching institution with graduate medical education programs and clinical training opportunities for future healthcare providers.