Licensed practical nurse health care

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.
Duties and responsibilities include:

Providing direct patient care as defined in State's Nurse Practice Act.
Implementing plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
Providing accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
Collecting assessment data and performing observation to report to and collaborate with RN(s) and physician(s).
Participating 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 Director of Clinical Services.
Using equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
Participating in personal and professional growth and development.
Performing other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Job requirements (education, experience, knowledge, skills & abilities) include:

Must have completed a requisite practical (vocational) nursing program or be licensed in the state where the HHA is located.
Has three years nursing experience preferred. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.
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.
Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401 (k) plan with company match
• Critical illness benefit
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program

Pay Range: $28-$34/hr