Salary: $25 - $35 / per hour

Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Novice Nurse - LPN (< 12 months of experience)

The Novice Nurse Training Program at Maxim Healthcare Services is designed to provide a unique training opportunity for new grad LPNs, and those with less than one year of experience. You'll partner with an experienced Maxim nurse who will provide real-time feedback, training opportunities, and mentorship.

Within this program, you will be gaining hands-on experience by working 1-on-1 with a patient within the home setting. You will have the opportunity to learn direct patient care, care management, vent/trach/g-tube management, and critical thinking skills with the 24/7 support of the clinical supervising team.

We are currently offering a $5,000 sign on bonus and flexible scheduling.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or contracted servicesDemonstrates on each assignment the provision of skilled nursing care rendered in accordance with prescribed ordersIdentifies and documents changes in patient’s both physiologic and psychosocial conditionNotifies Director/Supervisor if applicable on the following; \t\to Physician notification to obtain necessary orders for intervention(s) per state regulations\t\to Changes in patient/client condition
Adheres to Maxim's policies and procedures and applicable protocolsIdentifies and prioritizes actions based upon patient/client care requirementsAssures patient safety at all times and recipient of services providedVerifies that documentation reflects patient/client collaboration, participation in plan of care, expected patient/client outcomes, and selected nursing interventionsPerforms interventions, treatments, and medication administration, according to identified priorities, plan of care, facility policies and patient/client care outcome standards as applicable.Monitors and documents effectiveness of interventions, treatments, and medicationsEvaluates patient/client and provides a safe, comfortable and therapeutic patient/client environmentMonitors the safety and effectiveness of the environment and equipment including universal precautionsParticipates in activities to facilitate good interpersonal communicationsCommunicates observations and significant changes in patient/client status to the Director of Clinical Services and/or Clinical Supervisor /Case Manager or licensed designeeDocuments all physician collaboration/coordination of care in the medical record andcommunicates this information as neededAttends case conferences, team meetings, education in-services as requiredSupports professional practice by observing the following;\t\to Nurse Practice Act
\t\to Standards of Nursing Practice
\t\to Standards of Patient Care
\t\to Standards of Accrediting Body (ACHC, Joint Commission, etc.)
\t\to State and Local Laws
\t\to Patient Bill of Rights
\t\to Maxim Healthcare, Nursing, and Client’s Hospital Policies
\t\to Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of nursingLicense Required3.0 GPA preferredComplies with accepted professional standards and practiceCurrent CPRPPD or chest X ray if applicableSuccessful completion of Maxim Homecare Novice Nurse Program orientation and trainingProficiency in the English language requiredExcellent communication skillsTechnological proficiency, including mobile devices for documentation



\t\t\t\t\tAbout Maxim Healthcare Services \t\t\t\t\tMaxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. \t\t\t\t\t
\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\tMaxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.