LPN Details

LPN

Visiting Nurse Association of Northwest Indiana - Porter, IN

Employment Type : Full-Time

Full-time with Minimum On-Call Rotation

Coverage Areas: Porter, La Porte, Starke, Jasper and Lake Counties, mileage paid at the IRS rate.

$2,000 bonus

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs designated nursing functions under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The activities of the LPN are based on his/her educational preparation and experience.

• Assists the RN and/or physician in performing specialized duties related to end-of-life care.
• Implements and continues the appropriate teaching in cooperation with the Registered Nurse.
• Observes the patient for changes in their condition and reports these changes to the appropriate physician and registered nurse.
• Records visits to patients per agency policy, including other pertinent information about patient and family.
• Follows care plans as developed by the Registered Nurse and contributes data to the RN in the development of the plan of care and assists in carrying out the plan.

• License and experience.
• Graduate of a state accredited school of practical nursing.
• Must hold and maintain current LPN license in the State of Indiana.
• Evidence of experience in related health care field.
• Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and professional liability.

Complete an employment application and submit your resume and cover letter to careers@vnanwi.org. Call (219) 462-5195 for more information.

The VNA of NWI provides an environment that promotes patient/family care, customer service, and teamwork. As a full-time employee, you are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance (includes prescription coverage and vision discount)
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Paid Days Off

• 6 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account/Dependent Care Reimbursement
• 403b Thrift Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• YMCA Discount
• Direct Deposit