Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Eden Health•Tucson, AZ

12d

About The Position

The Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse provides skilled nursing care to patients on the caseload in accordance with physician orders and each patient’s plan of care. The role collaborates with supervising registered nurses, physicians, other healthcare team members, office staff, patients, and families to assess and communicate clinical needs and coordinate continued care. The nurse educates patients and caregivers, supports patient safety, follows medication-safety practices, and documents each visit accurately and promptly in the Electronic Health Record. The position also participates in case conferences and the agency’s Quality Assurance Performance Improvement program.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Current LPN or LVN licensure in the state of practice.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Proof of automobile insurance; motor vehicle record (MVR) will be checked.
Proof of current CPR certification.
Able to pass a criminal background check and national sex offender clearance.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in an acute care setting within the last 24 months is preferred.
Six months of home care experience within the last 12 months is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled nursing care as ordered by the physician and indicated by the plan of care to patients on the caseload.
Review the caseload regularly with the supervising RN according to best practices and/or state guidelines.
Obtain necessary physician orders and collaborate with the physician as patient needs dictate.
Evaluate assessment findings and promptly communicate pertinent information about patients’ clinical status and ongoing needs.
Communicate changes in patients’ clinical status to healthcare team members, necessary office staff, and physicians according to agency policy.
Educate patients, caregivers, families, and other staff as appropriate.
Provide patient care in a manner that promotes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or healthcare errors.
Participate in case conferences concerning multidisciplinary responsibilities, patient progress, continued-care plans, and new problems.
Recommend referrals to other disciplines and/or community resources as needed.
Follow the seven medication rights and reduce the potential for medication errors.
Follow up to obtain lab results and notify physicians of significant changes.
Participate in the agency Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
Identify environmental, safety, mobility, and other risks of injury or threats to life and health, and implement appropriate interventions to reduce those risks.
Complete accurate and thorough visit notes for every patient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) in a timely manner.

Benefits

Employee discounts on travel, resorts, car rentals, Columbia, and other offerings.
Employee Hardship Fund.
Bonuses program.
Employee Stock Program (ESOP).
Employee wellness program and family-first culture.
Paid time off for a personal day of the employee’s choosing.
Financial planning through Unum.
Free counseling sessions through Unum.
Training and educational assistance.
Career advancement opportunities.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Life, accident, and disability insurance.
Paid holidays.
Paid continuing education credits, with online and in-person education offered.
Discounts with AT&T Wireless, National and Enterprise car rentals.
Discounted tickets to events, attractions, concerts, sporting events, hotels, and resorts.
Paid sick leave and vacation time; eligible employees begin accruing time on their first day of employment.
Identity Theft Protection.
Employee Assistance Program.
Floating personal holiday.
Dental, medical, and vision coverage available for full-time employees.