Home Health LVN

Job Description

Job Description

SA Nurses is rapidly expanding, and we are hiring LVNs urgently. We work with patients of all ages and backgrounds who require daily care in their homes. We hire the most compassionate and thoughtful talent in the field. You will be responsible for managing a heavy caseload, so time management skills are essential. However, it is important to provide each patient with the time and attention necessary to meet his or her needs. If you enjoy working one-on-one with patients outside of a clinical setting, submit your resume and come join our growing work family. We are ready for you to join us.

Licensed Vocational Nurse Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of a registered nurse, provides quality care to patients and performs technical skilled care in patient's home in compliance with nursing standards, federal, state, local government regulations, and company clinical policies.
• Provides direct and individualized nursing care to assigned patients based on nursing standards and under the supervision of the Director of Nursing and/or a Registered Nurse designee.
• Ensures quality and safe delivery of home health services to patients/clients and families/caregivers.
• Implements a plan of care formulated by a physician and Registered Nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient/client and family caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Maintains a safe and healthy working environment and uses safe work methods and procedures in accordance with company clinical standards.
• Participates in coordination of home health services with Registered Nurse and clinical management.
• Assists the patient in learning appropriate self-care activities
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Documents and reports activity as required.

Qualifications:

• State registered nurse license required
• 1-2 year of experience in in-home care
• Excellent communication and time-management skills
• Compassionate and friendly demeanor
• Ability to travel to multiple patients per day
• Preferred knowledge of Wellsky/Kinnser