Home Health LPN Visit Nurse

Adara Home Health, Inc.•Mendota Heights, MN

4d•$52,000 - $62,000

About The Position

Our Mission: Honoring People Our Values: Integrity, Compassion, Curiosity, and Helpfulness The Licensed Practical Nurse furnishes comprehensive client care as assigned by the Case Manager in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, the basic principles of the professional nurse and the company’s policies and procedures. The LPN performs functions which require substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and skill based upon the principles of psychological, biological and social sciences and must be able to make nursing judgements accordingly. The Licensed Practical Nurse reports directly to the Clinical Supervisor. SCHEDULE This is a full time position, Monday - Friday with an on-call rotation. This position will require you to travel to client's homes to provide 1:1 client care that may take 1-3 hours per client. COVERAGE AREA This position reports to the Mendota Heights, MN office and provides services in Mendota Heights, Bloomington, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Cottage Grove and surrounding cities.

Requirements

Currently licensed as an L.P.N. in the state of Minnesota. The license must not have been revoked, suspended, and without limitations or restrictions.
Have at least one (1) year experience in a health care setting. Acute hospital or home care experience preferred.
Demonstrates ability to make appropriate nursing judgements.
Strong interpersonal communication and teaching skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Proof of negative mantoux or documentation of negative chest x-ray.
Current CPR certification highly recommended.
Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation in order to travel to multiple company business stops a day.
A valid driver’s license and proof of car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business.
Have U.S. Citizenship or evidence of valid Alien Work Permit.
Disclose any conviction and criminal history records pertaining to any crime related to the provision of health services. A candidate who has been convicted of a crime will not be hired.
Pass initial and ongoing background studies and screenings including but not limited to those of the Minnesota Department of Health and the Federal Office of the Inspector General’s List of Excluded Individuals and Entities.

Responsibilities

Plans, provides and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures and consults with the Case Manager regarding any changes in the care plan.
Recognizes and interprets symptoms and institutes remedial measures within the legal limits of Licensed Practical Nursing in the state of Minnesota and reports significant changes in client’s condition to the Case Manager immediately.
Documents observations and teachings completely, accurately, legibly and concisely.
Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and delegated by the Case Manager as allowed by the Nurse Practice Act and legal limits of the LPN nursing license.
Initiates rehabilitative nursing procedure techniques as appropriate.
Exercises professional judgement in adapting nursing measures to changing needs.
Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
Participates in scheduled client conferences as requested.
Maintains accurate clinical record, preparing clinical and progress notes with follow-through of timely record keeping.
Assists client in arranging medical appointment and contacts with appropriate community resources as directed by the Case Manager.
Maintains a safe client environment and identifies and reports to the office any accidents, injuries or any suspected vulnerable client abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.
Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development by actively participating in continuing education, in-service programs, orientation and personnel evaluations.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families and employees.
Promotes a positive client and employee service image.
Adapts to the family diversity and home environment.
Exercises judgement in accepting assignments.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Participates in the after-hours on call process to ensure client care and staffing issues are resolved.