Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

LPN / RN - HOME HEALTHCARE - NURSING LICENSE REQUIRED :

• Demonstrates proficiency in the data collection of the patient’s physical, psycho-social, emotional, family and support system and environmental status for appropriateness for home care.
• Must be a caring and reliable individual who has the ability to work in a diverse atmosphere
• Follows the written plan of care that was developed by the registered, professional nurse in conjunction with other members of the health care team based on medical and nursing diagnoses, identified patient care needs and standards of care.
• Identifies patient care needs based on ongoing home shifts and reports these to the Clinical Supervisor
• Assists in coordinating care and service provided to patient by other members of the health care team including agency employees, other agencies and vendors.
• Complies with Home Health documentation and communication expectations.
• Complies with Home Health policies and procedures related to Infection Control, including, but not limited to :
• Handwashing
• Body Substance Precautions
• Disposal of Medically Related Material
• Post-Exposure Testing and Prophylaxis
• Cleaning, Disinfecting and Redistributing of Medical Equipment and Supplies
• Performs skilled nursing procedures as ordered by patient’s physician in accordance with Home Health policies and procedures and LPN Practice Act.
• Provides education to patient and caregivers regarding medical condition, medications and nutritional requirements.
• Demonstrates proficiency in performance of nursing skills necessary to care for patients.
• Documents relevant and accurate patient information in the clinical record according to agency policies & procedures.
• Clinical notes are documented the day of the shift along with related documentation (verbal orders, etc.) and submitted within 48 hours of the shift.
• Vital signs are required on every billable visit or documentation of why they were not taken; weights and pain are documented on every visit or as ordered.
• Verbal orders are written the date the order is received and mailed to physician.
• Treatments and care procedures and medication profiles are documented and updated as change in physician orders are obtained.
• Updates patient plan of care.
• Communicates all pertinent patient care and scheduling information needed by Supervisor on a daily basis.
• Effectively orders and uses supplies in accordance with payer requirements.
• Uses appropriate lab slip and / or specimen container and completes labels appropriately according to pay source requirements.
• Demonstrates skills related to safe use of equipment.
• Demonstrates skills to prevent personal injury; uses good body mechanics and safe driving practices.
• Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize assignments.

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