LVN | PRN | Frontier Home Health

JOB SUMMARY

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 & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.

• Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.

• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.

• Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care.

• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group.  Examples include home health aide, OT, PT, MSW, ST, Dietitian or Clinical Supervisor.

• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.

• Provides appropriate pain/symptom management.  Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.

• Participates in personal, professional growth and development.  Also participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.

• Three years nursing experience.  Community home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.

• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.

• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.

• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.