Nurse, LPN

Description

About AdaptHealth

At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment and related services that empower patients to live their best lives – beyond the hospital and at home.

With supporting locations across the nation, AdaptHealth is the vital link in the healthcare ecosystem that bridges the gap between patients, providers, and high-quality, compassionate care.

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of patients, we invite you to explore a career with AdaptHealth.

The Adapt Difference

• Commitment to Our People – Support, Development, and Advancement Opportunities
• Competitive Compensation and Incentives
• Comprehensive Total Rewards & Benefits
• Industry-Leading Care & Innovation
• Responsible Environmental Stewardship

About the Role

NURSE/LPN

Responsible for providing specialized nursing services to patients and caregivers at home or in alternative settings. Provides technical nursing and skilled interventions as ordered by the physician. Instructs, motivates, and assists patients / caregivers in learning and improving ability to live independently at home.

Core Responsibilities

• Ensures physician orders are followed and included in patients plan of care
• Development and revision of the plan of care based on physician orders
• Ensures nursing orders are carried out in a professional manner satisfying professional ethics, patient rights and State and Federal codes and regulations
• Continually monitoring patient outcomes and reporting changes to supervisors to prevent hospital readmission
• Participates in effective communication amongst other clinicians providing care to the patient
• Completes and submits all required documentation within established agency guidelines
• Communicates the patient’s progress to supervisor and make changes as necessary under the physician’s direction
• Covers after hours, weekend and holiday on call to meet the branches need
• Maintains confidentiality of all company and patient related information. Protects patient rights as defined in the patient Bill of Rights
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in-services and other meetings as requested
• Instructs patients/caregivers of the safety measures appropriate to care and environment and observes/implements standard precautions and infection control for all patients.
• Ensures accurate patient assessments are completed timely
• Coordination of related services for patients
• Response to emergency patient needs timely and escalating to supervisors and physicians as needed
• Always represents self in a professional and ethical manner
• Takes professional responsibility for self-protection during required work in potentially hazardous situations
• Completes all required patient care documentation and reports accurately and in a timely manner
• Communicates with clinical staff, physicians, and other health care providers to assure the quality and continuity of patient care
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Why You're the Best Fit:

• Associate degree in nursing or equivalent
• Current and unrestricted LPN clinical license
• Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience is required
• Five (5) years of related HME experience is preferred
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license

Work Environment

Both in store and conducting in-home setup appointments.

• Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Typical hours are Mon-Fri from 8am to 4:30pm
• Work Location: On-site and in the field

Compensation

• Range: $33.00-$37.00 hourly
• Compensation is based on experience, location and role level

Total Rewards & Benefits Program

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage (eligible first of the month following hire)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off Plans including 6 paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental Bonding Leave
• Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• CVS Minute Clinic and Teledoc access
• Spousal Advantage Reimbursement Plan
• Identity Theft Protection and Legal Plan

*Applicable waiting periods apply

Requirements Disclosure

• Company conducted Background Check is required for all roles
• Company conducted Motor Vehicle Record Check is required for driving roles
• Clinical roles require valid licensure/certification, where applicable

AdaptHealth is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.

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