Home Healt LPN, Full-Time
Location: Springfield, MO
Pay: $35-38 per unit, around 25-35 units per week
LPN Hospice
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated LPN to join our Home Health team. As a LPN, you will have the opportunity to provide high-quality care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. This is a rewarding role that allows you to make a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families.
JOB SUMMARY:
A Licensed Registered Nurse administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Graduate of a state approved school of practical (vocational) nursing and currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.
2. Minimum of one (1) year experience in nursing, preferred.
3. Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this Home Health.
4. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures.
2. Implements the IDG nursing care plan for each patient.
3. Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures as assigned.
4. Observes signs and symptoms and reports to the physician and RN (Registered Nurse) reactions to treatments, including drugs and changes in the patients physical or emotional condition.
5. Teaches and counsels the patient and family/significant others regarding the nursing care needs and other related problems of the patient at home.
6. Evaluates with registered nurse the effectiveness of the LPNs/LVNs nursing service to the patient and family under the guidance of the registered nurse.
7. Maintains accurate and complete records of observations, treatments, and care of patient.
8. Participates in medical record audit as assigned.
9. Attends staff meetings as scheduled.
10. Takes on-call duty, nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned.
11. Is responsible for: Submitting any changes in schedule to Clinical Director on a daily basis and participating in conferences to discuss the need for involvement of other members of the health team.
12. Prepares clinical and progress notes.
13. Assists the physician and RN in performing specialized procedures.
14. Prepares equipment and materials for treatments.
15. Observes aseptic technique as required.
16. Assists the patient/family in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Works indoors in Hospice office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes.
RISK EXPOSURE:
High risk
LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
Medical Specialty:
Physical Setting:
Application Question(s):
Work Location: On the road
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