Licensed Practical Nurse Home Health PRN

Company: CenterWell Home Health
Location: Pelahatchie
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

DescriptionResponsibilitiesAs a -Home Health LPN, -you will:

• Provide professional nursing services under the direction of a RN in compliance with the state's Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirement, applicable healthcare standards, governmental laws and regulations, and Gentiva Health Services policies and procedures. - -
• Provide skilled nursing interventions in the treatment of the patient/clients illness, rehabilitative needs and preventative care. - Utilize a holistic approach in the provision of problem specific therapeutic interventions, teaching and training activities in accordance with the plan of care. -
• Apply knowledge and skills in accordance with accepted standards of clinical practice to facilitate problem resolution and achieve individualized patient goals and outcomes.
• Confer with the RN Supervisor regarding needed changes in the Plan of Treatment. - Accept verbal orders from physician were permitted by state law/regulations/Nurse Practice Act and communicate these orders to the RN Supervisor. -
• Utilize a systematic, individualized goal/outcome driven approach in implementing the nursing plan of care.
• Maintain contact with patients, physicians, clinical manager(s), other members of the healthcare team in a timely manner regarding patient/family needs and status changes. - Participate in care coordination activities and discharge planning as appropriate.
• Maintain the highest standards of professional conduct in relation to information that is confidential in nature. - Share information only when the recipient's right to access is clearly established and the sharing of such information is dearly in the best interests of the patient. -
• Appropriately communicate to ensure adherence to professional standards in the provision of and availability of supplies, materials and equipment needed to safely and effectively implement the plan of care.
• Prepare, submit and maintain documentation as required by the Company and/or facility. - Visit/shift notes documented on day services are rendered. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Required Experience/Skills:
  • Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing Program or accredited School of Vocational Nursing.
  • Current nursing license in the practicing state. -
  • Valid drivers license, auto insurance and reliable transportation. -
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Two years experience as an LPN/LVN in a clinical setting, preferably in a home health or hospice setting.
  • This role requires full COVID-19 vaccinationScheduled Weekly Hours1

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