LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

# LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSEHammond, LA 70403## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation Level2 Year DegreeCategoryHealth Care## Description**Definition and Role**Performs nursing procedures and direct patient care under the supervision of a MD/NP/PA.**Job Responsibilities and Duties*** Observes, records and reports to supervising MD/NP/PA, the general physical and mental conditions of the patient, as well as changes in the patient’s condition.* Administers prescribed medications and treatments, in accordance with the plan of treatment, as permitted by State and local regulations.* Assists the MD/NP/PA in performing specialized procedures.* Prepares equipment and materials for treatment and adheres to aseptic and/or sterile technique.* Assists the patient with activities of daily living and in learning appropriate self-care techniques, including wound care dressing changes.* May occasionally be required to assist with Wound Medicine visits in the home setting through our Home to Heal Program* Implements the nursing component of the patient’s plan of care.* Assists the MD/NP/PA in teaching, supervising, and counseling the patient and family members, regarding the nursing care needs of the patient. (Follow-up on the plan developed by the MD/NP/PA).* Prepare progress notes and clinical notes and incorporate them into the electronic medical record as indicated.* Notifies MD/NP/PA or charge nurse of any problems identified in patient’s living environment, whether it is acute hospital, LTAC, Nursing home, or patient's home.* Attends case conferences/interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient’s problems, treatment plans, patient progress and patient’s overall health status.* May perform routine venipuncture if written documentation of competency is in personnel record. Must demonstrate competency in performing the procedure.* Performs wound care and dressing changes as directed by the MD/NP/PA. Including competency on advanced wound care dressings. i.e.: TCC, dermal skin substitutes, compression wraps, etc.* May receive orders from the MD/NP/PA and follow those orders, that are within the realm of practice for an LPN, and within the standards of practice for the facility in which he/she is working in.* Responsible for “all other duties assigned”.* Completes any necessary paperwork and turns in on a daily basis as indicated. Including documentation within the company’s EHR.* Perform photo documentation and picture taking of wounds.* Travel may be required to various clinic locations and home program visits* Nails are required to be trimmed and cleaned* Acrylic nails are prohibited* Adheres to dress code and wears identification while on duty## Qualifications**Qualifications*** Graduate of accredited school of nursing.* Current licensure with the State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners, with no restrictions.* Membership in professional and/or community organizations desirable.* CPR/BLS required* TB and Flu vaccination**Physical Requirements*** Mobility and Lifting: Frequent sitting for extended periods of time; frequent standing; frequent lifting up to 25 pounds.* Lifting, bending, and transferring patients from wheelchair to bed and vice versa.* Visual: Constant ability to read information, including close up; constant ability to use a computer screen; frequent use of good overall vision, including color perception.* Dexterity: Constant eye and hand coordination and manual dexterity to write, operate a computer keyboard and finely manipulate small objects.Emotional/Psychological: Constant ability to make decisions and concentrate. #J-18808-Ljbffr