Licensed practical nurse health care

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) page is loaded## LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)locations: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR59436**JOB SUMMARY**The Licensed Practical 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.**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**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 services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the Registered Nurse, Clinical Services Manager and/or Director of Clinical Services.Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports any changes in the patient’s condition; along with collaboration with the Registered Nurse Case Manager obtains/receives physician’s orders as required.Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.Participates in personal and professional growth and development.Performs other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse.Participates in holiday rotation and on-call duties as required by the agency.JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)**Must have completed a requisite practical nursing program or be licensed in the state where the agency is located.Have three years nursing experience preferred. Home Health and/or hospice experience preferred.Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state.The Pennant Group, Inc. is 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. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at are proud to offer a wide range of comprehensive services to meet the needs of our adult patients. Our team of professional caregivers specialize in providing personalized medical care and rehabilitative therapy.No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.

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