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BrightSpring Health Services

BrightSpring Health Services

10,001+ employees

Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$35Hourly

Junior, Mid

San Diego, CA, USA

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

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Requirements
  • Completion of a state approved training program (e.g., diploma, associate’s degree, etc per state requirement)
  • Must be a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN or LVN, per state licensure requirements) in good standing
  • CPR certification
  • Must have at least 6 months of direct nursing experience
  • Must have the ability to use a computer utilizing company documentation systems
  • Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company
Responsibilities
  • Communicates health/nursing needs and/or recommendations to RN supervisor
  • Coordinates admissions, discharges, and follow-up as needed
  • Assists in medical/health appointments as needed
  • Ensures the provision of nursing/health services under the direction of the RN and as ordered by the physician, provides direct care as outlined in the Service Plan/Nursing Care Plan
  • Takes and records vital signs, weights, wound measurements, etc. Identifies trends outside of parameters, or in need of attention and communicates to RN/physician
  • Reports pertinent information and changes in individual health status to attending physician/health professionals and to the Team as needed in a timely manner
  • Ensures the provision of needed adaptive equipment
  • Administers medications, verifying the correct medications are administered (per the six “rights” of medication administration), and that client’s response to medications is noted and documented along with any noted side effects
  • Works closely with home/facility/pharmacy staff in consulting on psychotropic medications, side effects, and medication reviews
  • Orders, reviews, monitors, and discontinues medications as ordered by physician. Dispose of unused medication per policy
  • Assures that monthly Medication Administration Records (MAR’s) are accurately transcribed in each individual’s record
  • Checks the medication cabinet on a weekly basis to ensure medications are administered as ordered, appropriately documented on the MAR, and that missed medications are documented, and required follow-up occurs
  • Returns completed med cards at the end of each month, along with expired and unused medications as applicable
  • Checks program/service areas on a frequent but not less than a monthly basis to ensure the necessary medical/nursing/medication supplies are available and in ample supply
  • Reports client illness, potential communicable diseases or infections and works closely with RN, direct care staff, other programmatic and health care professionals, and family in maintaining a safe environment for clients and staff. Implements isolation precautions as needed
  • Ensures health status, care and services are documented accurately and timely per company and state requirements
  • Provides supervision and education for non-licensed staff in the provision of care and services and reports any changes
  • Complete a quarterly nursing evaluation/review of body systems on assigned individuals per program requirements. Refer to physician any assessment findings needing further review.
  • Ensures incidents are recorded, the individual is safe, receives required medical care, communicates to RN, operations leadership timely
  • Participates in clinics completed at the operation with PCP, psych, etc. as assigned.Participate in on-call duties to ensure weekend and after-hours access to clinicians by staff and individuals served (participates in on-call rotation as assigned)
  • Participates in quarterly quality improvement activities, weekly team/staff meetings and Interdisciplinary Team meetings (IDT/PDP) Transcribes physician phone orders and other medically related reports
  • Work hours may vary – weekends and evening shifts/visits may be required
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in providing services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities, or related disorders preferred
  • Valid driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record, as defined by ResCare’s vehicle policy
BrightSpring Health Services

BrightSpring Health Services

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Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Louisville, Kentucky

Founded

1974

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What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for home healthcare services due to an aging population.
  • Growing interest in telehealth enhances BrightSpring's service delivery capabilities.
  • Rising investment in mental health services complements BrightSpring's offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Retirement of Chief Legal Officer may affect corporate governance.
  • Schall Law Firm's investigation could lead to legal challenges.
  • Acquisition of Haven Hospice may strain financial resources if synergies aren't realized.

What makes BrightSpring Health Services unique

  • BrightSpring focuses on expanding hospice care services, recently acquiring Haven Hospice.
  • The company emphasizes value-based care models, aligning with industry trends.
  • BrightSpring integrates telehealth and remote monitoring to enhance patient engagement.

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Company News

BH Business
Jan 21st, 2025
BrightSpring Sells IDD Business to Sevita for $835M

BrightSpring sells IDD business to Sevita for $835M.

MarketScreener
Oct 11th, 2024
BrightSpring Health Services, Inc. Announces Retirement of Steven S. Reed as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

BrightSpring Health Services, Inc. announces retirement of Steven S. Reed as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary.

GlobeNewswire
Sep 30th, 2024
BrightSpring Health Services, Inc. Welcomes Dr. Steve Miller to Board of Directors

BrightSpring Health Services, inc. welcomes Dr. Steve Miller to Board of Directors.

Investing.com
Sep 13th, 2024
KKR entities buy BrightSpring Health shares worth over $129 million

BrightSpring recently completed the purchase of Haven Hospice assets in North Central Florida, a $60 million transaction that expands its hospice care services across 18 counties.

TipRanks
Sep 3rd, 2024
BrightSpring Health completes acquisition of Haven Hospice

BrightSpring Health completes acquisition of Haven hospice.