LPN

Job Description

Job Description

This position is Private Duty Homecare. We offer 12-hour shifts. 3 days a week.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

POSITION TITLE: Licensed Practical Nurse.

REPORTS TO: Registered Nurse.

SCOPE OF SERVICES: Services shall be provided in accordance with the scope of nursing practice laws and associated rules, and the client service plan.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia.
• Two years’ experience in a home health services or related field.
• Knowledge of current methods of home management, the provision of personal care, the ability to organize and coordinate the work of others.
• Evaluate different situations and make decisions based on client care and health.
• Communicate and deal effectively with others.
• Must have a working knowledge of Chapter 290-5-54 Rules and Regulations, “Nursing Services” Private Home Care.
• A satisfactory criminal background check.

DUTIES:

• Regularly assess the nursing needs of the client.
• Provide nursing services as needed and in accordance with the client’s service plan.
• Reviewing the content of the Service Plan at least every two months (every 60-62 calendar days) or as needed.
• Supervises personal support aides.
• Report problems and progress of client to supervisory personnel or the client’s personal physician.
• Conduct face-to face evaluations in the client’s home (with client or responsible caregiver) at least every two months (every 60-62 days) or as needed to re-evaluate the needs of those clients whose health status and situation involves complex situations.
• Educate clients, client’s representative and/or caregivers regarding the client’s health, level of functioning and health care needs.
• Completing timely pertinent supervisory notes.