Home Health LPN

The Roads Home Health Care Inc•Vero Beach, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Home Health team. The LPN provides skilled nursing care to patients in their homes under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and in accordance with the established plan of care.

Requirements

Current, valid Florida Licensed Practical Nurse
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program
Minimum of two years of physical therapy work experience
Current CPR/BCLS certification
Current health certificate, physical exam, and TB clearance
Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance; ability to pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Prior home health experience preferred
Bilingual candidates a plus

Responsibilities

Provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes according to the established plan of care.
Monitor and document patients’ conditions, vital signs, symptoms, and progress.
Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and permitted within the LPN scope of practice.
Perform wound care and other skilled nursing procedures as assigned.
Observe patients for changes in condition and promptly report concerns to the supervising RN or appropriate clinical team member.
Educate patients and caregivers regarding medications, treatments, safety, and the plan of care.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation.
Communicate effectively with the RN, physicians, caregivers, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
Follow all agency policies, infection-control procedures, patient-safety standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Travel to patient homes within the assigned service area.