Licensed Practical Nurse - Hourly | Home Health | | River Valley Home Health & Hospice | Bullhead City, AZ

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

Provides direct patient care as defined in State's Nurse Practice Act.

Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.

Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.

Collects assessment data and performs observation to report to and collaborate with RN(s) and physician(s).

Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing.

Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.

Participates in personal and professional growth and development.

Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

Follow written and oral instructions

Maintain patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm

Must comply with all training requirements

Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the State of Arizona.

Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.

Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

The ability to drive and/or have access to transportation for agency related travel (e.g. community partners, patients, etc.) is an essential function of the job. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, maintain automobile insurance coverage and have access to an automobile.

Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

The employer for this position is The Pennant Group, Inc., a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US.