Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health

We offer a comprehensive Benefit package to Full Time Employees:

• PTO
• 401-k with Company match
• Health Insurances
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description Summary

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.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act
• Implements plan of care initiated by the clinician
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care
• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the clinician and/or clinical supervisor
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development
• Performs other duties as assigned by the RN

The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Position Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
• Prefer one year nursing experience. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred
• Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the State
• Possess and maintain CPR certification
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and organization requirements and is in good working order