LPN-LVN

Job Title: LPN-LVN

Duration: 13 Weeks Contract

Location: Oswego, OR 97035

Description:

Primary function is to administer skilled nursing care to patients in their place of residence, as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with the established plan of care. The LPN/LVN works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team as well as the patient/family. The LPN/LVN will deliver care in compliance with State, Federal and Medicare standards.

Must Have:

Current Nursing License in the Practicing State
Valid Driver's License
Current CPR Certification
Two years' experience as an LPN/LVN in a clinical setting, preferably in a home health or hospice setting
Education
Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing Program or accredited School of Vocational Nursing

Essential Function:
1. Under the direction of the RN, assists in providing nursing services and identifying the patient's physical, psycho-social and environmental needs as evidenced by observation, documentation, clinical record, case reference, team report and evaluation. Reports outcomes to assigned RN Case Manager.
2. Participates in planning, coordinating, and implementing care in conjunction with the RN, to provide quality, cost-effective patient care.
3. Provide and ensure effective communication to patient/family, co-workers, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, communication notes and evaluations. Properly documents outcomes of interventions.
4. Assist the patient/family in learning appropriate self-care techniques and assess patient/family response to care.
5. Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both staff and patient (OSHA).
6. Assist the RN and/or physician in performing specialized duties related to end-of-life care for Hospice patients.
7. Assists with admitting, discharging and transferring of patients.
8. Possible on-call duties.