Private Duty Nursing (PDN)

PASCO is seeking dedicated LPNs to join our PASCO team and provide direct care to a male client in the Littleton area (zip code 80127). The chosen candidate(s) will be responsible for preplanned scheduled fixed, 1-hour daily visits for insulin administration and assessments.

• Schedule: 1-hour shifts, 7 days a week

• Rotation: The role can be fulfilled by either 1 person or split between 2 individuals, rotating weekly with one week on and one week off

This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in need of private duty nursing care. If you are a compassionate LPN looking for a fulfilling role, we encourage you to apply for this position at PASCO.

EXPERIENCE

• 1-3+ years experience practicing as a PDN providing in-home care (preferred)

• Documented experience and skill set matching client/family needs

• Home Health nursing experience (highly preferred)

• Active and current drivers license/insurance

EDUCATION/LICENSES

• Current & unencumbered license to practice as a LPN in the state of Colorado (confirmed through DORA)

• Current CPR Certification

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/STRENGTHS

• Clinical Judgment: Ability to independently collect and interpret data about a client, arrive at a conclusion and identify the appropriate action. This involves problem solving, decision making and critical thinking rooted in clinical knowledge and experience.

• Client Service: Ability to establish and maintain relationships with clients, and provide professional appropriate, compassionate and empathetic care to clients

• Maintaining Commitments: Ability to consistently fulfill commitments, show up when promised, and maintain strong communication

• Collaboration: Ability to maintain a positive attitude, demonstrate flexibility and balance self-interest with the interests of the agency

• Knowledge of State, Federal and Licensing rules and regulations for care delivery and documentation by Home Care Agencies

• Knowledge of unique issues related to care delivery for people with a variety of disabilities

• Ability to assess data reflective of the client’s status

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Ability to operate a computer, familiarity with Microsoft products, specifically Outlook, and ability to receive and process work in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Medium detailed work:

  • Requires walking or standing a significant amount of the time during shift

  • Capability to assist client with mobility or transfers

  • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

  • Requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, grasping, lifting, reaching, pushing, twisting at waist

  • Requires close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection)

JOB TYPE: part-time

SHIFT SCHEDULE: Fixed, 1-hour daily visits for insulin administration and assessments.

LOCATION: Littleton, CO 80127

PAY RANGE: $23 - $34.50/hour DOE + $5,000 sign-on

PASCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity of all kinds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and clients that is free of harassment and discrimination.