LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LPT/LVN)The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LPT/LVN) provides direct and indirect care to clients in their home environment in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures. The LPN instructs, motivates, and assists clients in health maintenance and disease prevention to improve their ability to live independently at home. The nurse directs the efforts of the Caregiver when involved in the client's plan of care. Based on state regulations, may perform administrative and/or field/clinical responsibilities while receiving oversight and clinical direction from a Registered Nurse.Responsibilities include:Providing skilled nursing care/treatment to client's per Physicians orders and Plan of careAccurately documenting nursing actions of all care given, individual's health status, and communicate with family and physiciansDocumenting the progress and outcomes for established goals and informing physician, case manager, and families of changes in client's medical condition and needsProviding skilled nursing treatments per physician's orders and within the scope of practiceMedication administration and management as neededProviding health teaching of client and assisting client in learning appropriate self-care techniques and safety measuresConducting nursing assessment visit as neededReporting all incidents per operation procedure and regulatory standardsFollowing policies and procedures according to operation, state and regulatory standardsUsing safe body mechanics to prevent personal injury to self or clientMaintaining confidentiality of patient related information and honor patient rightsConsulting, seeking advice, and following direction of the RN in fulfillment of care of the clientCompleting Start of Care assessments in person, where applicable and in accordance with state regulations (as applicable)Completing supervisory visits based on compliance and regulations to include review of plan of care, caregiver competency assessment, and completion of required documentation. Completing daily, monthly, quarterly and annual nursing documents as/if required.Working closely with Director or Nursing/Nurse Supervisor and/or Branch Manager in planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and services to address the health needs of persons servedAttending and participating in staff meeting, in services, and other meetings as requestedEnsuring compliance with state/local/payer requirements and that documentation reflects the care provided and meets company, regulatory, and payer standardsEnsuring the ordering, reviewing, monitoring, discontinuation and, if necessary, the disposal of medications as prescribed by the physicianTranscribing or ensuring transcription of physician phone orders and other medically related reportsEnsuring that furnishings, equipment, and supplies are maintained within guidelines established to prevent the spread of diseaseEnsuring that appointments for health related issues are scheduled, completed and that appropriate response to findings are implemented in a timely mannerCommunicating with Branch Manager, Customer Service Manager and/or Scheduler when clients are hospitalizedCommunicating effectively and routinely with supervisor, ensuring that pertinent information reaches supervisor in timely mannerProviding new employee training, annual re-certification training, and competency validation for health and safety related topicsMay be asked to cover hours, weekends, and holiday on call to meet the needs of clientsOther duties as assignedQualifications include:Degree in Nursing from an accredited schoolExperience in administering medicationsOne or more years of nursing experience preferredHome health care experience preferredCurrent and unrestricted license in the state of the operationCPR professional certificationBasic clinical skillsProfessional appearance and demeanorGeneral knowledge of computers and the ability to learn industry specific software and documentation applicationsExcellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the companyExcellent organizational and time management skills with a keen attention to detailsCapable of working responsibly with highly confidential informationAbility to work effectively independently or in a team environmentAbility to develop critical thinking skills, research situations, solve complex problems and deal with a variety of issuesAbility to learn and complete various educational and position specific goalsSalary Range: USD $31.00 / Hour